Panasonic FZ1000 vs Pentax WS80

Below is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Pentax WS80, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and WS80 (10MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and WS80 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The FZ1000 was manufactured 4 years later than the WS80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FZ1000 grades vs the WS80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 and Pentax Optio WS80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ1000 features outer dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has sizing of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Pentax WS80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FZ1000 against the WS80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and WS80 is 55 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ1000 and WS80.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FZ1000 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will result in extra detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent FZ1000 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.