Nikon L24 vs Pentax WS80

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon L24 and Pentax WS80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and WS80 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L24 was unveiled 19 months later than the WS80 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the L24 grades versus the WS80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you are intending to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 comes with outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the L24 vs the WS80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and WS80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and WS80.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L24 to produce greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern L24 provides an edge in sensor innovation.