Pentax WS80 vs Sony A65

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Pentax WS80 versus Sony A65, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the WS80 (10MP) and A65 (24MP) and the WS80 (1/2.3") and A65 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WS80 was manufactured 3 years before the A65 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WS80 being a Compact camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the WS80 scores versus the A65 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WS80 & Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WS80 Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax WS80 has got exterior 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 Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the WS80 versus the A65.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WS80 and A65 is 95 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WS80 and A65.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WS80 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A65 will give extra detail due to its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged WS80 is going to be behind in sensor technology.