Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax WG-10

In this article, we will be matching up the Casio EX-Z800 and Pentax WG-10, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z800 was released 3 years earlier than the WG-10 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-Z800 grades vs the WG-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 & Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z800 enjoys outer dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax WG-10 has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z800 versus the WG-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and WG-10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The visual here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z800 and WG-10.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older EX-Z800 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.