Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Following is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-H20G was launched 11 months prior to the WG-1 GPS which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-H20G grades against the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H20G and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H20G Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H20G has got external dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-H20G against the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H20G and WG-1 GPS is 91 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The pic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and WG-1 GPS.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-H20G is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.