Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2011

Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-FC150 was launched 21 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-FC150 matches up against the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
EX-FC150 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Casio EX-FC150
WG-1 GPS | EX-FC150 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | November 2009 | Newer by 21 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
EX-FC150 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC150 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-FC150 against the WG-1 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC150 and WG-1 GPS is 93 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The pic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC150 and WG-1 GPS.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-1 GPS to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC150 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC150 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-11-16 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 40.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 173 grams (0.38 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" 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 | - | 260 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $350 | $350 |