Pentax WS80 vs Samsung WB50F

Following is a extensive overview of the Pentax WS80 and Samsung WB50F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the WS80 (10MP) and WB50F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WS80 was announced 5 years before the WB50F which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WS80 grades against the WB50F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WS80 & Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WS80 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax WS80 features external dimensions 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 WB50F has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the WS80 against the WB50F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WS80 and WB50F is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WS80 and WB50F.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung WB50F to give you more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged WS80 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.