Fujifilm A100 vs Pentax WS80

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm A100 and Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A100 was introduced 6 months earlier than the WS80 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm A100 matches up vs the WS80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix A100 and Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm A100 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm A100 provides physical measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm A100 and Pentax WS80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm A100 and the WS80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A100 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm A100 and WS80.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images but you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.