Pentax RZ10 vs Pentax WS80

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Pentax RZ10 vs Pentax WS80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the RZ10 (14MP) and WS80 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was revealed 24 months later than the WS80 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the RZ10 matches up against the WS80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio RZ10 and Pentax Optio WS80. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ10 Gallery and Pentax WS80 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RZ10 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WS80 has dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax RZ10 vs Pentax WS80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the RZ10 versus the WS80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RZ10 and WS80 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the RZ10 and WS80.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax RZ10 to result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher RZ10 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.