Panasonic ZS70 vs Pentax WS80

In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS70 vs Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and WS80 (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was introduced 7 years later than the WS80 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ZS70 grades against the WS80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 and Pentax Optio WS80. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS70 enjoys outside measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has dimensions 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 ZS70 vs Pentax WS80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS70 vs the WS80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS70 and WS80 is 87 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The visual here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS70 and WS80.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to resolve extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger ZS70 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.