Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL30

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Pentax WS80 versus Samsung SL30, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WS80 (10MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WS80 was launched 6 months after the SL30 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the WS80 scores against the SL30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WS80 & Samsung SL30. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WS80 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax WS80 comes with outer dimensions of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WS80 and the SL30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WS80 and SL30 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the WS80 and SL30.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of files though you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account.