Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-3
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR700 was manufactured 5 months prior to the WG-3 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-ZR700 grades against the WG-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 and Pentax WG-3. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Pentax WG-3
EX-ZR700 | WG-3 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Casio EX-ZR700
WG-3 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Pentax WG-3
EX-ZR700 | WG-3 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR700 has got 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) while the Pentax WG-3 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR700 against the WG-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and WG-3 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR700 and WG-3.
All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Pentax WG-3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2013-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 lb) | 230g (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 240 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-130 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $370 | $300 |