Olympus E-P2 vs Pentax WS80

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-P2 versus Pentax WS80, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-P2 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the E-P2 (Four Thirds) and WS80 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The E-P2 was unveiled 9 months after the WS80 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-P2 matches up versus the WS80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P2 & Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-P2 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P2 has got physical dimensions of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-P2 versus Pentax WS80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the E-P2 versus the WS80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the E-P2 and WS80 is 86 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E-P2 and WS80.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-P2 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-P2 will show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern E-P2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.