Panasonic FX75 vs Pentax WS80

Following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FX75 versus Pentax WS80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the FX75 (14MP) and WS80 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was introduced 10 months after the WS80 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FX75 matches up against the WS80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX75 features external dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has sizing of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FX75 versus Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FX75 versus the WS80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX75 and WS80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX75 and WS80.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FX75 to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger FX75 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.