Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1
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93 Imaging
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Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced June 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011

Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
The following is a complete overview of the Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are offered by Pentax. The image resolution of the W80 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The W80 was brought out 19 months earlier than the WG-1 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the W80 matches up vs the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio W80 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax W80 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Pentax WG-1
W80 | WG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Pentax W80
WG-1 | W80 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | June 2009 | Newer by 19 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Pentax W80 and Pentax WG-1
W80 | WG-1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax W80 provides outer dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the W80 versus the WG-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W80 and WG-1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the W80 and WG-1.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-1 to give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged W80 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax W80 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Pentax Optio W80 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax Optio W80 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-06-25 | 2011-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 157 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI78 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $250 | $350 |