Casio EX-FS10 vs Pentax WG-10

Lets take a deeper look at the Casio EX-FS10 versus Pentax WG-10, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the EX-FS10 (9MP) and WG-10 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-FS10 was brought out 5 years earlier than the WG-10 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-FS10 grades against the WG-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FS10 and Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-FS10 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-FS10 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-FS10 versus Pentax WG-10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-FS10 vs the WG-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FS10 and WG-10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FS10 and WG-10.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-10 to resolve greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged EX-FS10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.