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Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80

Portability
96 Imaging
35 Features
21 Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-Z280 front
 
Pentax Optio WS80 front
Portability
95 Imaging
33 Features
20 Overall
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z280
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
  • Introduced August 2009
Pentax WS80
(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
  • Revealed August 2009
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 Overview

Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z280 versus Pentax WS80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z280 was brought out about the same time to the WS80 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the EX-Z280 grades versus the WS80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Pentax WS80

		

		

			
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Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Casio EX-Z280

		

		

			
 WS80 EX-Z280 
Display resolution230k115kSharper display (+115k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Pentax WS80

		

		

			
 EX-Z280 WS80 
RevealedAugust 2009August 2009Same age
Focus manually  More accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display measurement
Selfie screen  Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display  Neither includes Touch friendly display
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z280 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 versus Pentax WS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z280 vs the WS80.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z280 and WS80 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and WS80.
Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Casio EX-Z280 to result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively.
	
			Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Casio EX-Z280 as a Portrait photography camera
 Pentax WS80 as a Portrait photography camera
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 focusing manually
 no manual control
 cannot use external flash
 megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 no RAW support
26
 focusing manually
 manual mode not possible
 no external flash support
 low MP (10MP)
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison
Casio EX-Z280 Street photography details
Pentax WS80 Street photography details
55
 lighter than competition in class (133g)
 screen is fixed
 no image stabilization
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 no RAW support
59
 environment proof
 lighter than competition in class (125g)
 fixed screen
 no image stabilization
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison
Casio EX-Z280 Sports photography info
Pentax WS80 Sports photography info
17
 no shutter priority mode
 no image stabilization
 megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 no phase detect auto focus
23
 environment proof
 low fps (1.0 fps)
 no shutter priority
 no image stabilization
 low MP (10MP)
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks phase detect AF
Photography Glossary
Travel Comparison
Casio EX-Z280 Travel photography highlights
Pentax WS80 Travel photography highlights
62
 lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
 flash built-in
 pretty wide (26mm)
 does not have Time Lapse mode
 megapixel count low (12MP)
 doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
 sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
61
 lighter than competition in class (125 grams)
 environment proof
 flash built-in
 low MP (10MP)
 does not feature selfie friendly display
 wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
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Landscape Comparison
Casio EX-Z280 Landscape photography factors
Pentax WS80 Landscape photography factors
32
 focusing manually
 pretty wide (26mm)
 cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
 tiny screen (2.7")
 no manual control
 no image stabilization
 megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 no RAW support
 does not have Time Lapse mode
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 focusing manually
 environment proof
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
 small screen (2.7")
 manual mode not possible
 no image stabilization
 low MP (10MP)
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison
Casio EX-Z280 Vlogging factors
Pentax WS80 Vlogging factors
28
 pretty wide (26mm)
 lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
 doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
 no image stabilization
 video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
 does not have mic port
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 lighter than competition in class (125g)
 wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
 does not feature selfie friendly display
 no image stabilization
 low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
 lack of external mic port
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z280 and Pentax WS80
 Casio Exilim EX-Z280Pentax Optio WS80
General Information
Make Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z280 Pentax Optio WS80
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2009-08-31 2009-08-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 4:3 and  16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW images    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Single autofocus    
Autofocus tracking    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detect focus    
Contract detect focus    
Phase detect focus    
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.8-4.7
Macro focusing range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 115k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch display    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash distance 4.20 m 3.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe    
AE bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack    
Headphone jack    
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 seal    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 133 gr (0.29 pounds) 125 gr (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") 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 ID NP-80 D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $180 $220