Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZR100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was revealed 6 months before the WG-2 GPS so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-ZR100 scores versus the WG-2 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
EX-ZR100 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Casio EX-ZR100
WG-2 GPS | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
EX-ZR100 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR100 has outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the WG-2 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR100 and WG-2 GPS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and WG-2 GPS.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-2 GPS to show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204 grams (0.45 lb) | 198 grams (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $300 | $300 |