Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WS80

Lets look more in depth at the Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WS80, both Waterproof cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and WS80 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was introduced 2 years later than the WS80 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP50 matches up vs the WS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 & Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 has outer measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP50 vs Pentax WS80 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 compared to the WS80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP50 and WS80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP50 and WS80.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm XP50 to provide greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP50 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.