Olympus SP-600 UZ vs Pentax WS80

Below, we are reviewing the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Pentax WS80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-600 UZ (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-600 UZ was launched 7 months later than the WS80 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SP-600 UZ grades versus the WS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SP-600 UZ & Pentax Optio WS80. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-600 UZ features outer measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Olympus SP-600 UZ versus Pentax WS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the SP-600 UZ versus the WS80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-600 UZ and WS80 is 69 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-600 UZ and WS80.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-600 UZ to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SP-600 UZ is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.