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Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Kodak EasyShare Sport front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs

Kodak Sport
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.4" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1250
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35mm (F3.0) lens
  • 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
  • Released January 2011
Pentax WG-1 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released August 2011
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Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Kodak Sport and Pentax WG-1 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by companies Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Sport was launched 7 months before the WG-1 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Sport matches up versus the WG-1 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Pentax WG-1 GPS

 Sport WG-1 GPS 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Kodak Sport

 WG-1 GPS Sport 
ReleasedAugust 2011January 2011More recent by 7 months
Manual focus More precise focusing
Screen dimensions2.7"2.4"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution230k112kClearer screen (+118k dot)

Common features in the Kodak Sport and Pentax WG-1 GPS

 Sport WG-1 GPS 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Kodak Sport enjoys physical measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Sport and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Sport vs the WG-1 GPS.

Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Sport and WG-1 GPS is 92 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS top view buttons comparison

Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Sport and WG-1 GPS.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Pentax WG-1 GPS to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older Sport will be behind in sensor innovation.

Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS sensor size comparison

Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Sport as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
26
has face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
35
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Kodak Sport
Street photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
52
environment proofing
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
max ISO too low (1,250)
54
weather proof
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Kodak Sport
Sports photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
23
environment proofing
focal length is fixed (35mm)
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
37
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Sport Travel photography features
Pentax WG-1 GPS Travel photography features
57
environment proofing
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
71
weather proof
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Sport as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Landscape photography camera
27
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen is small (2.4 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (1,250)
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
42
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
weather proof
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Sport as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Vlogging camera
25
has face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have mic jack
25
rather wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
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Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Sport and Pentax WG-1 GPS
 Kodak EasyShare SportPentax Optio WG-1 GPS
General Information
Manufacturer Kodak Pentax
Model Kodak EasyShare Sport Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Released 2011-01-04 2011-08-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
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 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1250 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.0 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.4" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 112k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT color LCD TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in 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
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 gr (0.39 lbs) 167 gr (0.37 lbs)
Physical dimensions 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 260 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model 2 x AA D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $155 $350