Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2
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![Casio Exilim EX-10 front Casio Exilim EX-10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-10/Casio-EX-10-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio WG-2 front Pentax Optio WG-2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-WG-2/Pentax-WG-2-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 384g - 120 x 68 x 49mm
- Launched November 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Released February 2012
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Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-10 versus Pentax WG-2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the EX-10 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the EX-10 (1/1.7") and WG-2 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.
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The EX-10 was introduced 22 months after the WG-2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-10 scores against the WG-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-10 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-10 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-10 over the Pentax WG-2
EX-10 | WG-2 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 22 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Casio EX-10
WG-2 | EX-10 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-10 and Pentax WG-2
EX-10 | WG-2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-10 features outside dimensions of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-10 versus Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-10 vs the WG-2.
![Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 size comparison Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-10-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-10 and WG-2 is 83 and 91 respectively.
![Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-10-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-10 and WG-2.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-10 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax WG-2 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher EX-10 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 sensor size comparison Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-10-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-10-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-10 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-10 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-10 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-11-14 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear LCD with 180 degree upward tilt | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 250s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.90 m | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, off, fill-in, redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 384g (0.85 lb) | 192g (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 68 x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 455 images | 260 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-130A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $456 | $350 |