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Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27
Pentax Optio WS80 front
 
Samsung SL820 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs

Pentax WS80
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
  • 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
  • Launched August 2009
Samsung SL820
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
  • 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
  • Launched February 2009
  • Alternate Name is IT100
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Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 Overview

Below is a extensive analysis of the Pentax WS80 and Samsung SL820, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WS80 (10MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WS80 was manufactured 6 months later than the SL820 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WS80 scores versus the SL820 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Samsung SL820

 WS80 SL820 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Pentax WS80

 SL820 WS80 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Pentax WS80 and Samsung SL820

 WS80 SL820 
LaunchedAugust 2009February 2009Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax WS80 has physical measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung SL820 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WS80 and Samsung SL820 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the WS80 compared to the SL820.

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WS80 and SL820 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 top view buttons comparison

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WS80 and SL820.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung SL820 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 sensor size comparison

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WS80 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung SL820 as a Portrait photography camera
26
you can focus manually
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
26
provides face detection focus
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Pentax WS80 Street photography factors
Samsung SL820 Street photography factors
59
environment proof
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
47
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WS80 Sports photography features
Samsung SL820 Sports photography features
23
environment proof
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
17
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax WS80 Travel photography factors
Samsung SL820 Travel photography factors
61
lighter than competitors in class (125 grams)
environment proof
built-in flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.8)
57
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WS80 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung SL820 as a Landscape photography camera
31
you can focus manually
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
32
pretty wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WS80 Vlogging info
Samsung SL820 Vlogging info
25
lighter than competitors in class (125g)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic jack
28
pretty wide (28mm)
provides face detection focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone support
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Pentax WS80 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WS80 and Samsung SL820
 Pentax Optio WS80Samsung SL820
General Information
Make Pentax Samsung
Model type Pentax Optio WS80 Samsung SL820
Also called as - IT100
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-08-05 2009-02-17
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Prime -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 1600
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.8-4.7 f/3.4-5.8
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.40 m 4.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 125 gr (0.28 pounds) 168 gr (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" 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-LI68 SLB-10A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $220 $280