Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax WS80

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic TS1 vs Pentax WS80, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was revealed 6 months prior to the WS80 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the TS1 matches up against the WS80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 & Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS1 has got external dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has proportions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the TS1 vs the WS80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and WS80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS1 and WS80.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic TS1 to offer more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively.