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Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front
 
Pentax Optio WS80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z37
(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
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
  • Released August 2009
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Pentax WS80

 Fujifilm Z37 WS80 

Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Fujifilm Z37

 WS80 Fujifilm Z37 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing

Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Pentax WS80

 Fujifilm Z37 WS80 
ReleasedJuly 2009August 2009Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison

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

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison

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.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Portrait photography advice
Pentax WS80 Portrait photography advice
19
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
26
focusing manually
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Street photography features
Pentax WS80 Street photography features
54
lighter than average in class (125 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
59
environment proof
lighter than others in class (125g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Sports photography details
Pentax WS80 Sports photography details
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
23
environment proof
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Travel photography info
Pentax WS80 Travel photography info
56
lighter than average in class (125 grams)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse recording
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
61
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
environment proof
built-in flash
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Landscape photography advice
Pentax WS80 Landscape photography advice
22
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
31
focusing manually
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z37 Vlogging information
Pentax WS80 Vlogging information
25
lighter than average in class (125g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
no external mic jack
25
lighter than others in class (125 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone support
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z37 and Pentax WS80
 Fujifilm FinePix Z37Pentax Optio WS80
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