Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80
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![Nikon Coolpix S6300 front Nikon Coolpix S6300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300/Nikon-S6300-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio WS80 front Pentax Optio WS80 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-WS80/Pentax-WS80-front.jpg)
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Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced February 2012
(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
- Announced August 2009
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Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
Below is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and WS80 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S6300 was manufactured 2 years later than the WS80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S6300 scores against the WS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Pentax Optio WS80. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Pentax WS80
S6300 | WS80 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Nikon S6300
WS80 | S6300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Pentax WS80
S6300 | WS80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6300 comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6300 against the WS80.
![Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and WS80 is 94 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The visual here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S6300 and WS80.
As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6300 to give you more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The fresher S6300 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
![Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S6300 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 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 life | 230 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $200 | $220 |