Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax WG-1

In this article, we will be comparing the Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and WG-1 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was introduced 3 years before the WG-1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-FC100 matches up against the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC100 comes with outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-FC100 compared to the WG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and WG-1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and WG-1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-1 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.