Pentax WS80 vs Sony RX1

Here, we are looking at the Pentax WS80 and Sony RX1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the WS80 (10MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the WS80 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The WS80 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the RX1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WS80 matches up versus the RX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WS80 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The full galleries are available at Pentax WS80 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax WS80 enjoys physical measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony RX1 has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check the Pentax WS80 and Sony RX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the WS80 versus the RX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WS80 and RX1 is 95 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WS80 and RX1.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WS80 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX1 will offer you extra detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WS80 is going to be behind in sensor technology.