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Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80

Portability
97
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 front
 
Pentax Optio WS80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z33
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
  • 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-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Casio EX-Z33 versus Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z33 was introduced at a similar time to the WS80 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-Z33 matches up vs the WS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Pentax WS80

 EX-Z33 WS80 

Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Casio EX-Z33

 WS80 EX-Z33 
Display size2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Pentax WS80

 EX-Z33 WS80 
RevealedAugust 2009August 2009Similar generation
Manual focus Very exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-Z33 versus Pentax WS80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the WS80.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and WS80 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z33 and WS80.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z33
Portrait photography with Pentax WS80
26
has manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
26
you can focus manually
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 Street photography details
Pentax WS80 Street photography details
55
lighter than competitors (106g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
59
weather sealing
lighter than others (125g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax WS80 as a Sports photography camera
16
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
23
weather sealing
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 Travel photography details
Pentax WS80 Travel photography details
56
lighter than competitors (106g)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
low megapixels (10MP)
does not posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
61
lighter than others (125 grams)
weather sealing
has built in flash
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z33
Landscape photography with Pentax WS80
27
has manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
31
you can focus manually
weather sealing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z33 Vlogging details
Pentax WS80 Vlogging details
25
lighter than competitors (106 grams)
wide angle not great (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external microphone socket
25
lighter than others (125 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z33 and Pentax WS80
 Casio Exilim EX-Z33Pentax Optio WS80
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Pentax
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z33 Pentax Optio WS80
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2009-08-31 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 10 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 64 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.8-4.7
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 2.80 m 3.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 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 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 106 grams (0.23 lbs) 125 grams (0.28 lbs)
Physical dimensions 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-82 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
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $120 $220