Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80
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Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
- 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
- Launched August 2009

Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the A4000 IS (16MP) and WS80 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was announced 2 years after the WS80 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the A4000 IS scores vs the WS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Pentax WS80
A4000 IS | WS80 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Canon A4000 IS
WS80 | A4000 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Pentax WS80
A4000 IS | WS80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A4000 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has sizing of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A4000 IS against the WS80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A4000 IS and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A4000 IS and WS80.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon A4000 IS to result in extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher A4000 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A4000 IS vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2009-08-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145 grams (0.32 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 175 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $199 | $220 |