Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WS80

Following is a complete analysis of the Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WS80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Pentax. The image resolution of the I-10 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The I-10 was revealed 6 months after the WS80 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the I-10 matches up versus the WS80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio I-10 & Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are provided at Pentax I-10 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Pentax I-10 has got exterior dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax WS80 has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax I-10 vs Pentax WS80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the I-10 vs the WS80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the I-10 and WS80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the I-10 and WS80.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax I-10 to show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively.