Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
97 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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90 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2013
Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z33 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z33 was manufactured 4 years prior to the WG-3 GPS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-Z33 matches up against the WG-3 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
EX-Z33 | WG-3 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Casio EX-Z33
WG-3 GPS | EX-Z33 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | August 2009 | More modern by 47 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Pentax WG-3 GPS
EX-Z33 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z33 features outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
See the Casio EX-Z33 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z33 against the WG-3 GPS.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z33 and WG-3 GPS is 97 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z33 and WG-3 GPS.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-3 GPS to result in extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 will be behind in sensor tech.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-08-31 | 2013-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106 grams (0.23 lb) | 238 grams (0.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-82 | 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 |
Price at launch | $120 | $350 |