Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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93 Imaging
37 Features
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Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 245g - 98 x 64 x 24mm
- Launched February 2010
- Also referred to as mju Tough 8010
(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
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched August 2011
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Following is a complete assessment of the Olympus 8010 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 8010 was revealed 18 months before the WG-1 GPS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 8010 scores vs the WG-1 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Olympus 8010 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
| 8010 | WG-1 GPS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Olympus 8010
| WG-1 GPS | 8010 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2011 |  | February 2010 | More modern by 18 months |
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus |
Common features in the Olympus 8010 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
| 8010 | WG-1 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 8010 comes with exterior measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus 8010 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the 8010 against the WG-1 GPS.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 8010 and WG-1 GPS is 92 and 93 respectively.
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and WG-1 GPS.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-1 GPS to offer you extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 8010 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
| Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
| Also called as | mju Tough 8010 | - |
| Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2011-08-16 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | 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 | 13MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| 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 | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 245g (0.54 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 64 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | Li-50B | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $600 | $350 |