Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WS80
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
- 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
- Launched August 2009

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Casio EX-ZR700 and Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and WS80 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR700 was announced 3 years after the WS80 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZR700 grades versus the WS80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Pentax WS80
EX-ZR700 | WS80 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 43 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Casio EX-ZR700
WS80 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Pentax WS80
EX-ZR700 | WS80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR700 offers physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 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 Casio EX-ZR700 and Pentax WS80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the WS80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and WS80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR700 and WS80.
As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR700 to give greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR700 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2009-08-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 470 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $370 | $220 |