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Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80

Portability
61
Imaging
50
Features
41
Overall
46
Pentax K200D front
 
Pentax Optio WS80 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27

Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 Key Specs

Pentax K200D
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 690g - 134 x 95 x 74mm
  • Announced September 2008
  • Succeeded the Pentax K100D S
Pentax WS80
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
  • 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
  • Launched August 2009
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Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Pentax K200D versus Pentax WS80, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Waterproof and both are offered by Pentax. The image resolution of the K200D (10MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the K200D (APS-C) and WS80 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The K200D was revealed 11 months prior to the WS80 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax K200D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the K200D scores vs the WS80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax K200D over the Pentax WS80

 K200D WS80 

Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Pentax K200D

 WS80 K200D 
LaunchedAugust 2009September 2008More modern by 11 months

Common features in the Pentax K200D and Pentax WS80

 K200D WS80 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display measurement
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax K200D comes with external measurements of 134mm x 95mm x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") along with a weight of 690 grams (1.52 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Pentax K200D versus Pentax WS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the K200D and the WS80.

Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the K200D and WS80 is 61 and 95 respectively.

Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 top view buttons comparison

Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the K200D and WS80.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same MP but different sensor sizes. The K200D uses the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The more aged K200D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 sensor size comparison

Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax K200D Portrait photography info
Pentax WS80 Portrait photography info
54
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no liveview
low resolution (10MP)
26
has manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
low resolution (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax K200D as a Street photography camera
Pentax WS80 as a Street photography camera
60
image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
heavier than competition in class (690g)
59
environment sealing
lighter than competition (125g)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Pentax K200D Sports photography information
Pentax WS80 Sports photography information
53
image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
weather sealing
comes with phase detect AF
no liveview
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
23
environment sealing
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Pentax K200D Travel photography advice
Pentax WS80 Travel photography advice
47
weather sealing
flash built-in
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (690g)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
61
lighter than competition (125g)
environment sealing
flash built-in
low resolution (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Pentax K200D
Landscape photography with Pentax WS80
56
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
weather sealing
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no liveview
low resolution (10MP)
no Time Lapse function
31
has manual focus
environment sealing
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax K200D as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WS80 as a Vlogging camera
9
can't shoot video
25
lighter than competition (125 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
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Pentax K200D vs Pentax WS80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax K200D and Pentax WS80
 Pentax K200DPentax Optio WS80
General Information
Brand Name Pentax Pentax
Model Pentax K200D Pentax Optio WS80
Type Entry-Level DSLR Waterproof
Announced 2008-09-01 2009-08-05
Body design Compact SLR Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Prime
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3872 x 2592 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 11 9
Lens
Lens mount Pentax KAF2 fixed lens
Lens focal range - 35-175mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.8-4.7
Amount of lenses 151 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (pentamirror) None
Viewfinder coverage 96 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.57x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 13.00 m (at ISO 100) 3.40 m
Flash options Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution None 1280x720
Video data format - Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 690 grams (1.52 lbs) 125 grams (0.28 lbs)
Physical dimensions 134 x 95 x 74mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.9") 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 64 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 22.4 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.4 not tested
DXO Low light score 561 not tested
Other
Battery model 4 x AA D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $600 $220