Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
- Revealed February 2020
- Replaced the Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Olympus E-M1 III versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1 III (20MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe E-M1 III was manufactured 8 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M1 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E-M1 III grades versus the WG-2 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
E-M1 III | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | February 2012 | Fresher by 98 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 460k | Crisper display (+577k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Olympus E-M1 III
WG-2 GPS | E-M1 III |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 III and Pentax WG-2 GPS
E-M1 III | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1 III features external measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M1 III versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the E-M1 III versus the WG-2 GPS.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 III and WG-2 GPS is 67 and 91 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 III and WG-2 GPS.
As you can see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 III featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-M1 III will resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent E-M1 III should have a benefit in sensor tech.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2020-02-11 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic IX | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 64 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 121 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 580 gr (1.28 lbs) | 198 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 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 | 420 photos | 260 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLH-1 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Launch pricing | $1,800 | $300 |