Olympus 8000 vs Pentax WS80

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus 8000 versus Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was launched around the same time to the WS80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 8000 scores vs the WS80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 and Pentax Optio WS80. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 8000 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 8000 has external dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has sizing of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus 8000 versus Pentax WS80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the 8000 versus the WS80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 8000 and WS80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 8000 and WS80.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus 8000 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.