Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax WS80
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Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Announced January 2014
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP60
- New Model is Fujifilm XP80
(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

Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Fujifilm XP70 versus Pentax WS80, both Waterproof cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and WS80 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP70 was revealed 4 years after the WS80 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores versus the WS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix XP70 & Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XP70 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Pentax WS80
Fujifilm XP70 | WS80 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 54 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Fujifilm XP70
WS80 | Fujifilm XP70 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Pentax WS80
Fujifilm XP70 | WS80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP70 has got outside measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has sizing of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm XP70 versus Pentax WS80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 versus the WS80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP70 and WS80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The image underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP70 and WS80.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm XP70 to render extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP70 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP70 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP70 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 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 life | 210 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45S | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $199 | $220 |