Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80
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Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 122g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced February 2010
- Additionally referred to as mju Tough 6020
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
- 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
- Released August 2009
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Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus 6020 versus Pentax WS80, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the 6020 (13MP) and WS80 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The 6020 was introduced 7 months later than the WS80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the 6020 grades against the WS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Pentax WS80
6020 | WS80 | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Olympus 6020
WS80 | 6020 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus 6020 and Pentax WS80
6020 | WS80 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 6020 has got external measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus 6020 versus Pentax WS80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 6020 vs the WS80.
![Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 6020 and WS80.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Olympus 6020 to show more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher 6020 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-Tough-6020-vs-Pentax-Optio-WS80-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus 6020 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Also referred to as | mju Tough 6020 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2009-08-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 122g (0.27 lb) | 125g (0.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | Li-50B | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $279 | $220 |