Nikon S630 vs Pentax WS80
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Nikon S630 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 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
Nikon S630 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon S630 and Pentax WS80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S630 was brought out 6 months earlier than the WS80 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S630 scores versus the WS80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S630 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S630 & Pentax Optio WS80. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S630 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Pentax WS80
S630 | WS80 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Nikon S630
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Pentax WS80
S630 | WS80 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | August 2009 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Nikon S630 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S630 provides external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S630 and Pentax WS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S630 against the WS80.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S630 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S630 and WS80.
To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S630 to offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively.
Nikon S630 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S630 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-L12 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $240 | $220 |