Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Announced January 2013
(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
- Launched February 2012
Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Olympus SH-50 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SH-50 was revealed 12 months later than the WG-2 GPS which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SH-50 scores vs the WG-2 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SH-50 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
SH-50 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | February 2012 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Olympus SH-50
WG-2 GPS | SH-50 |
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Common features in the Olympus SH-50 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
SH-50 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-50 has outside dimensions of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SH-50 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SH-50 and the WG-2 GPS.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-50 and WG-2 GPS is 88 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-50 and WG-2 GPS.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SH-50 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Olympus SH-50 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus SH-50 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-01-08 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
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 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 lbs) | 198 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 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 | - | 260 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | SLB-10A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $300 | $300 |