Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax WS80
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95 Imaging
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Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX40
(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 FX48 vs Pentax WS80 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FX48 and Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FX48 was brought out 6 months before the WS80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FX48 grades against the WS80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Pentax Optio WS80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Pentax WS80
FX48 | WS80 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Panasonic FX48
WS80 | FX48 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Pentax WS80
FX48 | WS80 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | August 2009 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX48 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FX48 and Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FX48 against the WS80.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and WS80 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and WS80.
As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FX48 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.
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Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX40 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-01-27 | 2009-08-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.8-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 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 model | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $325 | $220 |