Panasonic GF8 vs Pentax WS80

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic GF8 versus Pentax WS80, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the GF8 (16MP) and WS80 (10MP) and the GF8 (Four Thirds) and WS80 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF8 was released 6 years after the WS80 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GF8 grades versus the WS80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 & Pentax Optio WS80. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF8 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF8 features outer measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has proportions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the GF8 versus the WS80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GF8 and WS80 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GF8 and WS80.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF8 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic GF8 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger GF8 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.