Pentax W80 vs Pentax WS80

Here is a extensive analysis of the Pentax W80 versus Pentax WS80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Pentax. The resolution of the W80 (12MP) and the WS80 (10MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W80 was released within a month of the WS80 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the W80 matches up vs the WS80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W80 & Pentax Optio WS80. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax W80 Gallery & Pentax WS80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax W80 features external 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) and 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).

Check the Pentax W80 versus Pentax WS80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the W80 vs the WS80.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the W80 and WS80 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the W80 and WS80.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax W80 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively.