Pentax W80 vs Sony W380

In this article, we will be contrasting the Pentax W80 and Sony W380, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the W80 (12MP) and the W380 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W80 was manufactured 6 months earlier than the W380 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the W80 grades vs the W380 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio W80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax W80 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax W80 comes with physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Pentax W80 and Sony W380 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the W80 and the W380.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the W80 and W380 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the W80 and W380.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W380 to produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively.