Leica C vs Pentax WS80

Let's look a little more closely at the Leica C versus Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Pentax. The resolution of the C (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very well matched but the C (1/1.7") and WS80 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The C was released 4 years after the WS80 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the C matches up against the WS80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C and Pentax Optio WS80. The complete galleries are provided at Leica C Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Leica C has exterior measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the C against the WS80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C and WS80 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the C and WS80.

Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The C featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica C will give more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger C provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.