Casio EX-ZR1000 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-ZR1000 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR1000 was launched 8 months after the WG-2 GPS so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-ZR1000 scores versus the WG-2 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR1000 has got outside measurements of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR1000 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR1000 compared to the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR1000 and WG-2 GPS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR1000 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZR1000 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.