Pentax Optio P80 Point & Shoot Camera
The Pentax P80 is a 12MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — known for its 12MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor and Prime Image Processor. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Pentax Optio P80 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Pentax P80
Key Features — Pentax P80
12MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor: Captures detailed images suitable for everyday photography and standard print sizes.
Prime Image Processor: Pentax's Prime processing engine handles image rendering and in-camera color profile application.
ISO 64–6400 Range: Wide sensitivity range allows shooting in both bright daylight and lower-light environments.
Slim Aluminum Alloy Body: At 119g and just 20mm thin, the camera fits comfortably in a pocket for everyday carry.
Subject Tracking AF: Contrast detection autofocus with subject tracking helps keep moving subjects in focus across a 9-point area.
Six In-Camera Color Profiles: Includes Standard, Vivid, Natural, Black & White, Sepia, and Monochrome for creative flexibility without post-processing.
Camera Specifications — Pentax P80
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| Processor | Prime |
| ISO Range | 64 – 6400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 9 |
| Burst Rate | 3.2 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | Standard |
Description — Pentax P80
The Pentax Optio P80 is a slim, lightweight compact camera designed for everyday portability. Its aluminum alloy body measures just 97 x 53 x 20 mm and weighs 119g, making it one of the more pocketable options in its class. At the heart of the camera is a 12MP, 1/2.3-inch sensor paired with a Prime image processor, covering an ISO range of 64 to 6400.
The 2.7-inch TFT LCD with 230,000 dots is the sole composition tool, as no optical viewfinder is included. Autofocus is handled by a contrast detection system with 9 focus points and subject tracking enabled. Burst shooting reaches up to 3.2fps, and six color profiles — Standard, Vivid, Black & White, Sepia, Natural, and Monochrome — provide in-camera creative flexibility.
Video records at up to 30fps in 8-bit color. Storage is flexible with SD, SDHC, and internal storage support. The built-in flash and D-LI88 Lithium Ion battery, rated at 200 shots (CIPA), round out the feature set.
Pros — Pentax P80
- ✓Lightweight and compact aluminum alloy body at just 119g and 97 x 53 x 20 mm makes it genuinely pocketable
- ✓12MP resolution on a 1/2.3-inch sensor with Prime image processor provides a capable imaging foundation
- ✓ISO range of 64–6400 provides broad sensitivity options for varying light conditions
Cons — Pentax P80
- ✗No optical viewfinder — composition relies entirely on the 2.7-inch, 230,000-dot LCD
- ✗Digital image stabilization only, with no in-body optical or mechanical IS
- ✗Battery rated for only 200 shots per charge (CIPA), which is limited for a full day of shooting
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