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Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
37
Overall
37
Olympus TG-810 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-2 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs

Olympus TG-810
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
  • 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
  • Announced August 2011
Pentax WG-2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
  • Revealed February 2012
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Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview

Here is a extensive analysis of the Olympus TG-810 versus Pentax WG-2, both Waterproof cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TG-810 was launched 5 months prior to the WG-2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TG-810 scores vs the WG-2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Pentax WG-2

 TG-810 WG-2 
Screen resolution920k460kSharper screen (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Olympus TG-810

 WG-2 TG-810 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing

Common features in the Olympus TG-810 and Pentax WG-2

 TG-810 WG-2 
RevealedAugust 2011February 2012Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-810 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-810 versus Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the TG-810 versus the WG-2.

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-810 and WG-2 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 top view buttons comparison

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-810 and WG-2.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax WG-2 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 sensor size comparison

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus TG-810 Portrait photography factors
Pentax WG-2 Portrait photography factors
33
decent MP (14MP)
supports face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
40
has manual focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
offers face detect autofocus
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Olympus TG-810 Street photography features
Pentax WG-2 Street photography features
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
54
environment proof
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Olympus TG-810 Sports photography features
Pentax WG-2 Sports photography features
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
weather sealing
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (220 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
38
decent megapixels (16MP)
offers tracking focus
environment proof
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Olympus TG-810
Travel photography with Pentax WG-2
64
weather sealing
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
terrible battery power (220 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
70
environment proof
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus TG-810 Landscape photography highlights
Pentax WG-2 Landscape photography highlights
43
really wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
terrible battery power (220 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
47
has manual focus
really wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
decent megapixels (16MP)
environment proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus TG-810 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WG-2 as a Vlogging camera
30
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection autofocus
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic support
30
really wide (28mm)
offers face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
missing mic port
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Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus TG-810 and Pentax WG-2
 Olympus TG-810Pentax Optio WG-2
General Information
Brand Olympus Pentax
Model type Olympus TG-810 Pentax Optio WG-2
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Announced 2011-08-16 2012-02-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip TruePic III+ -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4288 x 3216 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 920k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.20 m 5.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance 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 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 215 grams (0.47 pounds) 192 grams (0.42 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") 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 220 images 260 images
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LI-50B D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $428 $350