Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax WS80

Following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax WS80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the LS5 (14MP) and WS80 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was released 24 months after the WS80 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the LS5 matches up vs the WS80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Pentax Optio WS80. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LS5 features outer measurements of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WS80 has measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax WS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the LS5 against the WS80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LS5 and WS80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LS5 and WS80.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic LS5 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent LS5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.