Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax WS80

In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic GF3 and Pentax WS80, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is very comparable but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and WS80 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The GF3 was revealed 2 years after the WS80 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GF3 grades against the WS80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF3 has outside dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Pentax WS80 has proportions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the GF3 against the WS80.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GF3 and WS80 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The picture here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and WS80.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF3 having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GF3 will show greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent GF3 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.