Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax WG-2

Below is a complete comparison of the Casio EX-ZR10 and Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR10 was released 16 months before the WG-2 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR10 matches up vs the WG-2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR10 enjoys physical dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-ZR10 and Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR10 vs the WG-2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR10 and WG-2 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR10 and WG-2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-2 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older EX-ZR10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.