Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

In this article, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was launched 2 years after the WG-1 GPS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR800 scores versus the WG-1 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR800 features outer dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR800 and the WG-1 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and WG-1 GPS is 91 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR800 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZR800 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR800 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.