Casio EX-100 vs Pentax WG-1
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Casio EX-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/20000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 389g - 119 x 67 x 50mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2011
Casio EX-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Casio EX-100 vs Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty similar but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and WG-1 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe EX-100 was introduced 3 years later than the WG-1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-100 scores against the WG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-100 over the Pentax WG-1
EX-100 | WG-1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | February 2011 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Casio EX-100
WG-1 | EX-100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-100 and Pentax WG-1
EX-100 | WG-1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-100 features physical measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-100 vs Pentax WG-1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-100 and the WG-1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and WG-1 is 83 and 93 respectively.
Casio EX-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-100 and WG-1.
Clearly, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The EX-100 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Pentax WG-1 will offer extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-100 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-100 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-100 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-02-06 | 2011-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/20000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 30.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.10 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
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 | 389 gr (0.86 lbs) | 157 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 390 shots | 260 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $572 | $350 |