Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax WS80

Below is a detailed analysis of the Olympus TG-6 vs Pentax WS80, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-6 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-6 was brought out 9 years later than the WS80 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the TG-6 matches up vs the WS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-6 & Pentax Optio WS80. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-6 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus TG-6 has outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs) and 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the TG-6 vs the WS80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-6 and WS80 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-6 and WS80.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-6 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger TG-6 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.