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FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
Pentax Optio WS80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix AV205
Pentax WS80
(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
  • Introduced August 2009
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 Overview

Here is a detailed assessment of the FujiFilm AV200 and Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the AV200 (14MP) and WS80 (10MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The AV200 was introduced 18 months later than the WS80 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the AV200 grades vs the WS80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Pentax WS80

 AV200 WS80 
IntroducedJanuary 2011August 2009Fresher by 18 months

Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the FujiFilm AV200

 WS80 AV200 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Pentax WS80

 AV200 WS80 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV200 features external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has sizing of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the AV200 and the WS80.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV200 and WS80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the AV200 and WS80.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm AV200 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger AV200 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Portrait photography highlights
Pentax WS80 Portrait photography highlights
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decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
26
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Street photography factors
Pentax WS80 Street photography factors
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
59
weather sealing
lighter than competition in class (125g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Sports photography details
Pentax WS80 Sports photography details
29
decent megapixels (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery (180 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
23
weather sealing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV200
Travel photography with Pentax WS80
56
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse mode
bad battery (180 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
61
lighter than competition in class (125g)
weather sealing
has built in flash
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WS80 as a Landscape photography camera
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decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
bad battery (180 per charge)
no Time Lapse mode
31
has manual focus
weather sealing
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WS80 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not the best (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic port
25
lighter than competition in class (125g)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and Pentax WS80
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200Pentax Optio WS80
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Pentax
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV200 Pentax Optio WS80
Also Known as FinePix AV205 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2011-01-05 2009-08-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 14 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.8-4.7
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 3.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lb) 125 gr (0.28 lb)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 life 180 pictures -
Battery format AA -
Battery model 2 x AA D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $0 $220