Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1
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![Olympus Stylus 7010 front Olympus Stylus 7010 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-7010/Olympus-7010-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio WG-1 front Pentax Optio WG-1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-WG-1/Pentax-WG-1-front.jpg)
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Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 98 x 56 x 26mm
- Announced July 2009
- Additionally referred to as mju 7010
(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
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011
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Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 7010 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The 7010 was released 18 months earlier than the WG-1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 7010 scores vs the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 7010 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 7010 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7010 over the Pentax WG-1
7010 | WG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Olympus 7010
WG-1 | 7010 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus 7010 and Pentax WG-1
7010 | WG-1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 7010 offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 7010 against the WG-1.
![Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7010-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 7010 and WG-1 is 94 and 93 respectively.
![Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7010-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7010 and WG-1.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-1 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older 7010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7010-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-7010-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus 7010 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7010 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus Stylus 7010 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Also referred to as | mju 7010 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-42B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $200 | $350 |