Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
Portability
69 Imaging
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69 Imaging
38 Features
29 Overall
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Portability
91 Imaging
39 Features
37 Overall
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91 Imaging
39 Features
37 Overall
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Released August 2012
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Newer Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
Pentax WG-2 GPS
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
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Lets look more in depth at the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SP-820UZ was launched 7 months later than the WG-2 GPS so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SP-820UZ scores against the WG-2 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
| SP-820UZ | WG-2 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2012 |  | February 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Olympus SP-820UZ
| WG-2 GPS | SP-820UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Pentax WG-2 GPS
| SP-820UZ | WG-2 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-820UZ provides external measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SP-820UZ compared to the WG-2 GPS.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and WG-2 GPS is 69 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-820UZ and WG-2 GPS.
All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 GPS to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger SP-820UZ provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus SP-820UZ as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
manual focus
MP count decent (16MP)
has face detection autofocus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Pentax WG-2 GPS Street photography information
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competition in class (485g)
weather proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports photography with Olympus SP-820UZ
Sports photography with Pentax WG-2 GPS
excellent zoom range (22-896mm 40.7 x zoom)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
MP count decent (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
weather proof
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Olympus SP-820UZ Travel photography highlights
Pentax WG-2 GPS Travel photography highlights
good megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (22mm)
long reach (896mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (485 grams)
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
weather proof
MP count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Olympus SP-820UZ Landscape photography features
Pentax WG-2 GPS Landscape photography features
quite wide (22mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
good megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
manual focus
pretty wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
MP count decent (16MP)
weather proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Olympus SP-820UZ Vlogging factors
Pentax WG-2 GPS Vlogging factors
quite wide (22mm)
has face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.4)
does not feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
missing external mic port
heavier than competition in class (485g)
pretty wide (28mm)
has face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone port
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
| Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Released | 2012-08-21 | 2012-02-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 15.00 m | 5.40 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | 485 grams (1.07 lb) | 198 grams (0.44 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
| 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 |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | 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 |
| Cost at release | $299 | $300 |