Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax WS80
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Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Expand to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 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
- Introduced August 2009
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Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax WS80, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very well matched but the FS42 (1/2.5") and WS80 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FS42 was launched 3 months earlier than the WS80 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FS42 matches up against the WS80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Pentax WS80
| FS42 | WS80 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Panasonic FS42
| WS80 | FS42 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Panasonic FS42 and Pentax WS80
| FS42 | WS80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2009 |  | August 2009 | Similar generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS42 has outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FS42 compared to the WS80.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS42 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FS42 and WS80.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The FS42 uses the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field harder.
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Panasonic FS42 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2009-04-17 | 2009-08-05 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Prime |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.8-4.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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 jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 132g (0.29 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $580 | $220 |