Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WS80
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(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
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Below is a complete analysis of the Panasonic FS25 versus Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FS25 was unveiled 6 months before the WS80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FS25 scores vs the WS80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Pentax WS80
| FS25 | WS80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Panasonic FS25
| WS80 | FS25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Pentax WS80
| FS25 | WS80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2009 |  | August 2009 | Same generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 provides external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the FS25 against the WS80.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and WS80.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FS25 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Released | 2009-01-27 | 2009-08-05 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.8-4.7 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 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 | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | 148 grams (0.33 lb) | 125 grams (0.28 lb) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 model | - | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $230 | $220 |