Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-10
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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-10 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 August 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced June 2013

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Here is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was released 2 months later than the WG-10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the EX-ZR800 grades versus the WG-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 & Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Pentax WG-10
EX-ZR800 | WG-10 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Casio EX-ZR800
WG-10 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Pentax WG-10
EX-ZR800 | WG-10 | |||
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Announced | August 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR800 features outside measurements 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-10 has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR800 compared to the WG-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and WG-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR800 and WG-10.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR800 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.

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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Pentax WG-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-08-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
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 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | 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 | 0.7fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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), | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 |
Form of battery | 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 recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $429 | $0 |