Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80
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![Fujifilm X20 front Fujifilm X20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-X20/Fujifilm-X20-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio WS80 front Pentax Optio WS80 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-WS80/Pentax-WS80-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 353g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Replaced the Fujifilm X10
- Later Model is Fujifilm X30
(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
- Introduced August 2009
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Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X20 and Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and WS80 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.
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The Fujifilm X20 was manufactured 3 years after the WS80 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X20 matches up versus the WS80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X20 and Pentax Optio WS80. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X20 over the Pentax WS80
Fujifilm X20 | WS80 | |||
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Introduced | April 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 46 months |
Display sizing | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Fujifilm X20
WS80 | Fujifilm X20 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X20 and Pentax WS80
Fujifilm X20 | WS80 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X20 offers outside measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has proportions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X20 and Pentax WS80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 vs the WS80.
![Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X20-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X20 and WS80 is 83 and 95 respectively.
![Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X20-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X20 and WS80.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X20 will give you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X20 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
![Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X20-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X20-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm X20 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Fujifilm X20 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X20 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-04-29 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/1000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 353g (0.78 lb) | 125g (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 270 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-50 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $500 | $220 |