Casio EX-G1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Casio EX-G1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 154g - 104 x 64 x 20mm
- Launched November 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
Casio EX-G1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Casio EX-G1 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-G1 was launched 4 years before the WG-3 GPS which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-G1 scores vs the WG-3 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-G1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-G1 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-G1 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-G1 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
EX-G1 | WG-3 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Casio EX-G1
WG-3 GPS | EX-G1 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | November 2009 | Newer by 44 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-G1 and Pentax WG-3 GPS
EX-G1 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-G1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-G1 has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-G1 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-G1 against the WG-3 GPS.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and WG-3 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-G1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-G1 and WG-3 GPS.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 GPS to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Casio EX-G1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-G1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-G1 | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Class | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-11-18 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Soft | 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 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 154 gr (0.34 lbs) | 238 gr (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 64 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-800 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $61 | $350 |