Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80
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95 Imaging
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed July 2009
(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
- Released August 2009

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Fujifilm Z37 versus Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z37 was manufactured at a similar time to the WS80 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up against the WS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Pentax Optio WS80. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Pentax WS80
Fujifilm Z37 | WS80 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Fujifilm Z37
WS80 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Pentax WS80
Fujifilm Z37 | WS80 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z37 comes with physical dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WS80 has sizing of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm Z37 versus Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 against the WS80.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z37 and WS80.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos however you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

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Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-07-22 | 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 measurements | 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 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | NP-45A | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $130 | $220 |