Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Introduced January 2012
(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
- Released August 2011
Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Below is a in-depth overview of the Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SZ-12 was revealed 5 months later than the WG-1 GPS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ-12 scores against the WG-1 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-12 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-12 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
SZ-12 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Olympus SZ-12
WG-1 GPS | SZ-12 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-12 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
SZ-12 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Released | January 2012 | August 2011 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 has got exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ-12 against the WG-1 GPS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and WG-1 GPS is 89 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-12 and WG-1 GPS.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account.
Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Olympus SZ-12 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus SZ-12 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-01-10 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | 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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 226 gr (0.50 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 260 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $350 | $350 |