Olympus 7030 vs Pentax WG-1
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Olympus 7030 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is mju 7030
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011
Olympus 7030 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus 7030 and Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 7030 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 7030 was manufactured 13 months before the WG-1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the 7030 scores against the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus 7030 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7030 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 7030 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 7030 over the Pentax WG-1
7030 | WG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Olympus 7030
WG-1 | 7030 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 13 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus 7030 and Pentax WG-1
7030 | WG-1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Olympus 7030 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 7030 comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Olympus 7030 and Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 7030 versus the WG-1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the 7030 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Olympus 7030 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 7030 and WG-1.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged 7030 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Olympus 7030 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus 7030 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus 7030 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Also referred to as | mju 7030 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-07 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9 and 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 |
Mic 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 | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" 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 | - | 260 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $179 | $350 |