Nikon L100 vs Pentax WS80

Here, we are reviewing the Nikon L100 versus Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the L100 (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L100 was revealed 6 months before the WS80 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the L100 matches up against the WS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L100 and Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L100 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L100 has outer measurements of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has sizing of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L100 versus Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the L100 vs the WS80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L100 and WS80 is 79 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L100 and WS80.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account.