Olympus E-600 vs Pentax WS80

On this page, we are comparing the Olympus E-600 and Pentax WS80, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-600 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very similar but the E-600 (Four Thirds) and WS80 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-600 was launched around the same time to the WS80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E-600 matches up versus the WS80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-600 and Pentax Optio WS80. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-600 comes with outer measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has proportions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-600 and Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E-600 vs the WS80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-600 and WS80 is 71 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-600 and WS80.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-600 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-600 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively.