Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Pentax WG-2

Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was introduced 8 months later than the WG-2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-ZR1000 scores against the WG-2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR1000 features exterior measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR1000 against the WG-2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR1000 and WG-2 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and WG-2.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-ZR1000 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.