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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
53
Overall
44
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
37
Overall
37

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR700
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
  • Announced January 2013
Pentax WG-2 GPS
(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
  • Introduced February 2012
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was brought out 12 months after the WG-2 GPS which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR700 grades versus the WG-2 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS

 EX-ZR700 WG-2 GPS 
IntroducedJanuary 2013February 2012More modern by 12 months
Display resolution922k460kSharper display (+462k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Casio EX-ZR700

 WG-2 GPS EX-ZR700 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Pentax WG-2 GPS

 EX-ZR700 WG-2 GPS 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR700 has outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR700 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR700 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and WG-2 GPS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-ZR700 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR700
Portrait photography with Pentax WG-2 GPS
43
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
39
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
comes with face detect focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 Street photography info
Pentax WG-2 GPS Street photography info
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (222 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
54
environment proofing
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZR700
Sports photography with Pentax WG-2 GPS
50
great zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
supports tracking focus
great battery pack (470 CIPA)
low fps (3.0 frames per second)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
37
megapixel count decent (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
environment proofing
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 Travel photography details
Pentax WG-2 GPS Travel photography details
70
great battery pack (470 per charge)
lighter than competition (222g)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
very long reach (450mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
70
environment proofing
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Landscape photography camera
51
has manual focus
reasonably wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
great battery pack (470 CIPA)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse function
47
has manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR700 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Vlogging camera
34
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (222g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of mic support
30
reasonably wide (28mm)
comes with face detect focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
no microphone jack
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR700 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR700Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS
General Information
Brand Name Casio Pentax
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Announced 2013-01-29 2012-02-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXILIM Engine HS 3 -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-450mm (18.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 922 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech Super Clear TFT color LCD Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.70 m 5.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
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 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (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 MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 222 grams (0.49 pounds) 198 grams (0.44 pounds)
Physical dimensions 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") 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 470 photos 260 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-130 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $370 $300