Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WS80
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ45
(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
- Released August 2009
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On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ40 versus Pentax WS80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ40 (14MP) and WS80 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FZ40 was released 12 months later than the WS80 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the FZ40 scores versus the WS80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WS80 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Pentax Optio WS80. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Pentax WS80
| FZ40 | WS80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2010 |  | August 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Panasonic FZ40
| WS80 | FZ40 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic FZ40 and Pentax WS80
| FZ40 | WS80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ40 has got exterior measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while 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).
Look at the Panasonic FZ40 versus Pentax WS80 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ40 compared to the WS80.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ40 and WS80 is 68 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ40 and WS80.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FZ40 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern FZ40 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WS80 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Pentax Optio WS80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Pentax Optio WS80 |
| Other name | Lumix DMC-FZ45 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2010-07-21 | 2009-08-05 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine HD II | 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 | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.8-4.7 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.50 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | AVCHD Lite | 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 | 494g (1.09 lb) | 125g (0.28 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $420 | $220 |