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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
55
Overall
46
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-2 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZR800
(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
  • Introduced August 2013
Pentax WG-2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
  • Launched February 2012
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview

Here is a extensive overview of the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was launched 19 months later than the WG-2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-ZR800 matches up versus the WG-2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Pentax WG-2

 EX-ZR800 WG-2 
LaunchedAugust 2013February 2012Fresher by 19 months
Screen resolution922k460kCrisper screen (+462k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Casio EX-ZR800

 WG-2 EX-ZR800 

Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Pentax WG-2

 EX-ZR800 WG-2 
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR800 has got exterior dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR800 and the WG-2.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and WG-2 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR800 and WG-2.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern EX-ZR800 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZR800 Portrait photography features
Pentax WG-2 Portrait photography features
44
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
40
you can focus manually
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZR800 Street photography factors
Pentax WG-2 Street photography factors
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competitors in class (222g)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
54
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZR800 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax WG-2 as a Sports photography camera
51
long zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
great battery (470 per charge)
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
38
MP count decent (16MP)
features tracking focus
environment proofing
low frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZR800 Travel photography info
Pentax WG-2 Travel photography info
74
great battery (470 per charge)
lighter than competitors in class (222 grams)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
long zoom (450mm)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
70
environment proofing
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZR800 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WG-2 as a Landscape photography camera
55
manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16MP)
great battery (470 shots)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
47
you can focus manually
pretty wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
MP count decent (16MP)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZR800 Vlogging info
Pentax WG-2 Vlogging info
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decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (222 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
missing microphone support
30
pretty wide (28mm)
features face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
no mic port
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZR800 and Pentax WG-2
 Casio Exilim EX-ZR800Pentax Optio WG-2
General Information
Company Casio Pentax
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 Pentax Optio WG-2
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Introduced 2013-08-07 2012-02-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 125
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-450mm (18.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 4cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 922k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology Super Clear TFT color LCD Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 3.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.70 m 5.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 222 grams (0.49 pounds) 192 grams (0.42 pounds)
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 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 shots 260 shots
Battery form 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
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $429 $350