Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax WG-3
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2013
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Here is a comprehensive review of the Casio EX-Z550 versus Pentax WG-3, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe EX-Z550 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WG-3 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-Z550 scores versus the WG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Pentax WG-3
| EX-Z550 | WG-3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Casio EX-Z550
| WG-3 | EX-Z550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2013 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 43 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Pentax WG-3
| EX-Z550 | WG-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z550 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z550 versus Pentax WG-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z550 against the WG-3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and WG-3.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 to give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older EX-Z550 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Pentax WG-3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Pentax |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Pentax WG-3 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2013-07-19 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 3.40 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 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 |
| 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 143g (0.32 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| 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 | - | 240 photos |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $149 | $300 |