Panasonic GH5S vs Pentax WS80

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic GH5S versus Pentax WS80, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GH5S (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very close but the GH5S (Four Thirds) and WS80 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The GH5S was manufactured 8 years later than the WS80 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the GH5S grades against the WS80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Pentax Optio WS80. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH5S has physical dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the GH5S vs the WS80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and WS80 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH5S and WS80.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizing. The GH5S features the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The more modern GH5S should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.