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Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80

Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
10
Overall
23
Fujifilm FinePix A170 front
 
Pentax Optio WS80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs

Fujifilm A170
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 32-96mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 140g - 93 x 60 x 27mm
  • Announced July 2009
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
  • Revealed August 2009
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Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 Overview

Below, we will be comparing the Fujifilm A170 versus Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A170 was unveiled very close to the WS80 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm A170 matches up vs the WS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Pentax WS80

 Fujifilm A170 WS80 

Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Fujifilm A170

 WS80 Fujifilm A170 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Pentax WS80

 Fujifilm A170 WS80 
RevealedJuly 2009August 2009Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A170 features outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax WS80 has proportions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm A170 versus the WS80.

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A170 and WS80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm A170 and WS80.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos although you should consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm A170
Portrait photography with Pentax WS80
19
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
26
focusing manually
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm A170 as a Street photography camera
Pentax WS80 as a Street photography camera
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
59
environment proofing
lighter than average (125g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm A170 Sports photography factors
Pentax WS80 Sports photography factors
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
23
environment proofing
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm A170 Travel photography factors
Pentax WS80 Travel photography factors
50
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
61
lighter than average (125 grams)
environment proofing
flash built-in
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm A170
Landscape photography with Pentax WS80
22
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
31
focusing manually
environment proofing
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm A170 Vlogging factors
Pentax WS80 Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone socket
25
lighter than average (125g)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic jack
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Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm A170 and Pentax WS80
 Fujifilm FinePix A170Pentax Optio WS80
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm FinePix A170 Pentax Optio WS80
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Announced 2009-07-22 2009-08-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - 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 10 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3664 x 2748 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.8-4.7
Macro focusing range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 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 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 gr (0.31 pounds) 125 gr (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 27mm (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 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 - D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $80 $220