Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax WS80

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax WS80, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was revealed very close to the WS80 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FP8 scores vs the WS80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP8 comes with physical measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP8 vs Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FP8 vs the WS80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and WS80.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FP8 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.