Olympus E-520 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Olympus E-520 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 552g - 136 x 92 x 68mm
- Released August 2008
- Older Model is Olympus E-510
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched August 2011
Olympus E-520 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Olympus E-520 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-520 (10MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the E-520 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe E-520 was revealed 4 years before the WG-1 GPS which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-520 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the E-520 scores vs the WG-1 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus E-520 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-520 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-520 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-520 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
E-520 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Olympus E-520
WG-1 GPS | E-520 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | August 2008 | Newer by 36 months |
Common features in the Olympus E-520 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
E-520 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-520 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-520 has got external measurements of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-520 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the E-520 vs the WG-1 GPS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-520 and WG-1 GPS is 68 and 93 respectively.
Olympus E-520 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-520 and WG-1 GPS.
As you can see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-520 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax WG-1 GPS will deliver greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-520 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Olympus E-520 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-520 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Olympus E-520 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus E-520 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Waterproof |
Released | 2008-08-20 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 3 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 45 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 552 grams (1.22 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 92 x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 548 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 photos | 260 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $350 |