Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax WS80

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus FE-4030 versus Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the FE-4030 (14MP) and WS80 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-4030 was introduced 6 months later than the WS80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FE-4030 grades versus the WS80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus FE-4030 offers physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has specifications 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 FE-4030 versus Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 against the WS80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and WS80.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus FE-4030 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.