Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80
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95 Imaging
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Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F2.7-4.8) lens
- 160g - 92 x 63 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- Revealed August 2009

Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the C140 (8MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very comparable but the C140 (1/2.5") and WS80 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

The C140 was released 6 months earlier than the WS80 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the C140 matches up versus the WS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare C140 and Pentax Optio WS80. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak C140 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak C140 over the Pentax WS80
C140 | WS80 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Kodak C140
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Kodak C140 and Pentax WS80
C140 | WS80 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak C140 comes with outer measurements of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the C140 versus the WS80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C140 and WS80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the C140 and WS80.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The C140 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax WS80 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively.

Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak C140 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare C140 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare C140 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-4.8 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focus range | 13cm | - |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 grams (0.35 lb) | 125 grams (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 92 x 63 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" 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 | 2 x AA | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $80 | $220 |