Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax WG-1
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 594g - 122 x 91 x 133mm
- Launched January 2014
(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 SP-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SP-100 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SP-100 was launched 3 years later than the WG-1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SP-100 grades vs the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-100 over the Pentax WG-1
SP-100 | WG-1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | February 2011 | More recent by 37 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Olympus SP-100
WG-1 | SP-100 |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-100 and Pentax WG-1
SP-100 | WG-1 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-100 has exterior dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") having a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-100 versus the WG-1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-100 and WG-1 is 63 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-100 and WG-1.
All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SP-100 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern SP-100 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-100 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-100 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2014-01-29 | 2011-02-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Fill-in, Off | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 594g (1.31 lb) | 157g (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 91 x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 330 pictures | 260 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $400 | $350 |