Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WS80
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2016
- Old Model is Fujifilm XP80
(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
- Released August 2009

Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WS80, both Waterproof cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and WS80 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP90 was revealed 6 years later than the WS80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm XP90 grades vs the WS80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XP90 and Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP90 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Pentax WS80
Fujifilm XP90 | WS80 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 79 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Fujifilm XP90
WS80 | Fujifilm XP90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Pentax WS80
Fujifilm XP90 | WS80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP90 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax WS80 has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WS80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 and the WS80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and WS80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP90 and WS80.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP90 to produce greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP90 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm XP90 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Fujifilm XP90 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm XP90 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2016-01-15 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 203 gr (0.45 lbs) | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 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 | 210 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45S | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $180 | $220 |