Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax WG-1
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2011

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was manufactured 17 months prior to the WG-1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the EX-Z450 scores versus the WG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Pentax WG-1
EX-Z450 | WG-1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Casio EX-Z450
WG-1 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 17 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Pentax WG-1
EX-Z450 | WG-1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z450 enjoys external measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z450 versus Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the WG-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and WG-1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and WG-1.
To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax WG-1 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lb) | 157 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | 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, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $229 | $350 |