Olympus 6000 vs Pentax WS80

The following is a extended review of the Olympus 6000 and Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The 6000 was revealed within a month of the WS80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the 6000 grades vs the WS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 and Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are available at Olympus 6000 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus 6000 features external measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has proportions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Olympus 6000 and Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 6000 compared to the WS80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 6000 and WS80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 6000 and WS80.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to take the release date of the cameras into account.