Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax W80
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Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax W80 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Increase to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced June 2009
Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FS42 versus Pentax W80, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the FS42 (1/2.5") and W80 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FS42 was brought out 2 months earlier than the W80 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax W80 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FS42 scores versus the W80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Pentax W80
FS42 | W80 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Panasonic FS42
W80 | FS42 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FS42 and Pentax W80
FS42 | W80 | |||
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Announced | April 2009 | June 2009 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS42 enjoys outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FS42 versus Pentax W80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FS42 vs the W80.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS42 and W80 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FS42 and W80.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FS42 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Pentax W80 will resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively.
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Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-04-17 | 2009-06-25 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132 gr (0.29 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $580 | $250 |