Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax WG-2
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Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 201g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012
Photography Glossary Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax WG-2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-H30 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe EX-H30 was unveiled 13 months prior to the WG-2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-H30 scores versus the WG-2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H30 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H30 over the Pentax WG-2
| EX-H30 | WG-2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Casio EX-H30
| WG-2 | EX-H30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2012 |  | January 2011 | More recent by 13 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-H30 and Pentax WG-2
| EX-H30 | WG-2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H30 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax WG-2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-H30 vs the WG-2.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H30 and WG-2 is 92 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H30 and WG-2.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of files although you will want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older EX-H30 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-H30 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Pentax |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H30 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Released | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 461k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 5.40 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (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 data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 201g (0.44 lb) | 192g (0.42 lb) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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-130 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $709 | $350 |