Casio EX-H10 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Casio EX-H10 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 194g - 102 x 62 x 24mm
- Revealed June 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012

Casio EX-H10 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-H10 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the EX-H10 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-H10 was released 3 years earlier than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the EX-H10 scores against the WG-2 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-H10 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-H10 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-H10 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H10 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
EX-H10 | WG-2 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Casio EX-H10
WG-2 GPS | EX-H10 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | June 2009 | More recent by 32 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-H10 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
EX-H10 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-H10 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H10 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-H10 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-H10 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H10 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-H10 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H10 and WG-2 GPS.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax WG-2 GPS to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older EX-H10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-H10 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H10 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H10 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-06-11 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | 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 surface 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 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 7cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display 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 | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.60 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 194 grams (0.43 lbs) | 198 grams (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 62 x 24mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 260 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-90 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $300 |