Nikon S9100 vs Pentax WS80

Let's look a little more closely at the Nikon S9100 vs Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S9100 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9100 was introduced 24 months after the WS80 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S9100 scores against the WS80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9100 and Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S9100 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9100 provides outer measurements of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the S9100 compared to the WS80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9100 and WS80 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S9100 and WS80.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S9100 to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger S9100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.