Olympus E-PL2 vs Pentax WG-2
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Olympus E-PL2 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 362g - 114 x 72 x 42mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Superseded the Olympus E-PL1s
- Renewed by Olympus E-PL3
(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
- Revealed February 2012
Olympus E-PL2 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus E-PL2 and Pentax WG-2, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the E-PL2 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the E-PL2 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-PL2 was brought out 12 months prior to the WG-2 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-PL2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-PL2 scores vs the WG-2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-PL2 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PL2 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-PL2 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL2 over the Pentax WG-2
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Olympus E-PL2
WG-2 | E-PL2 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | February 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL2 and Pentax WG-2
E-PL2 | WG-2 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus E-PL2 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-PL2 has got external dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-PL2 and Pentax WG-2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the E-PL2 against the WG-2.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-PL2 and WG-2 is 85 and 91 respectively.
Olympus E-PL2 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E-PL2 and WG-2.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-PL2 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Pentax WG-2 will give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged E-PL2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-PL2 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Olympus PEN E-PL2 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL2 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-02-11 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Truepic V | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 362g (0.80 pounds) | 192g (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 573 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 images | 260 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-5 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $350 |