Casio EX-S12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Following is a detailed analysis of the Casio EX-S12 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-S12 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-S12 was introduced 3 years before the WG-1 GPS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-S12 grades vs the WG-1 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S12 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S12 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S12 offers physical measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-S12 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-S12 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S12 and WG-1 GPS is 96 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S12 and WG-1 GPS.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-1 GPS to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-S12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.