Pentax W80 vs Samsung WB210
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Pentax W80 vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched June 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2011
Pentax W80 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax W80 versus Samsung WB210, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the W80 (12MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe W80 was released 3 years prior to the WB210 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the W80 grades vs the WB210 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax W80 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W80 & Samsung WB210. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax W80 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Samsung WB210
W80 | WB210 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 1k | Clearer display (+229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Pentax W80
WB210 | W80 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | June 2009 | More modern by 25 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax W80 and Samsung WB210
W80 | WB210 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Pentax W80 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax W80 has physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung WB210 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Compare the Pentax W80 versus Samsung WB210 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the W80 against the WB210.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the W80 and WB210 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Pentax W80 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the W80 and WB210.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung WB210 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged W80 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Pentax W80 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Pentax Optio W80 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio W80 | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-06-25 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 lb) | 174g (0.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | D-LI78 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $250 | $279 |