Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax WS80

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH5 versus Pentax WS80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the FH5 (16MP) and WS80 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was unveiled 18 months later than the WS80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FH5 matches up versus the WS80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH5 features outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FH5 and the WS80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and WS80 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH5 and WS80.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FH5 to offer extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger FH5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.