Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WS80
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Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
- 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
- Revealed August 2009
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax WS80, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and WS80 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FP7 was revealed 18 months later than the WS80 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FP7 scores against the WS80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Pentax WS80
FP7 | WS80 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | August 2009 | More recent by 18 months | |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Panasonic FP7
WS80 | FP7 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax WS80
FP7 | WS80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 has got external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has proportions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax WS80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FP7 vs the WS80.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and WS80.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP7 to deliver more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher FP7 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Class | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-08-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | 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 | 147g (0.32 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 240 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $227 | $220 |