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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80

Portability
75
Imaging
32
Features
26
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd front
 
Pentax Optio WS80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
32
Features
20
Overall
27

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8100fd
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
  • 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
  • Released January 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
  • Launched August 2009
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 Overview

The following is a detailed assessment of the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm S8100fd was manufactured 6 months earlier than the WS80 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S8100fd grades against the WS80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Pentax WS80

 Fujifilm S8100fd WS80 

Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Fujifilm S8100fd

 WS80 Fujifilm S8100fd 
Display dimensions2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Pentax WS80

 Fujifilm S8100fd WS80 
LaunchedJanuary 2009August 2009Same generation
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8100fd comes with external measurements of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax WS80 has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8100fd 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 vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd compared to the WS80.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8100fd and WS80 is 75 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8100fd and WS80.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images however you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Portrait photography information
Pentax WS80 Portrait photography information
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you can focus manually
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
25
you can focus manually
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
low megapixels (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Street photography factors
Pentax WS80 Street photography factors
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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weather proof
lighter than average in class (125 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd as a Sports photography camera
Pentax WS80 as a Sports photography camera
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excellent zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low fps (1.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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weather proof
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm S8100fd
Travel photography with Pentax WS80
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built-in flash
rather wide (27mm)
very long reach (486mm)
missing Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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lighter than average in class (125g)
weather proof
flash built-in
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WS80 as a Landscape photography camera
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you can focus manually
rather wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
megapixel count low (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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you can focus manually
weather proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S8100fd Vlogging info
Pentax WS80 Vlogging info
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rather wide (27mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
missing mic socket
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lighter than average in class (125 grams)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic support
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Pentax WS80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8100fd and Pentax WS80
 Fujifilm FinePix S8100fdPentax Optio WS80
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Pentax
Model Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd Pentax Optio WS80
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Released 2009-01-15 2009-08-05
Physical type 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 27-486mm (18.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-4.5 f/3.8-4.7
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) 3.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 405 gr (0.89 pounds) 125 gr (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") 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 model 4 x AA D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch price $300 $220