Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax WG-10
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Launched May 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced June 2013

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Pentax WG-10, both Waterproof cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TG-1 iHS was brought out 13 months prior to the WG-10 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TG-1 iHS grades vs the WG-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Pentax WG-10
TG-1 iHS | WG-10 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+380k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
WG-10 | TG-1 iHS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | Newer by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Pentax WG-10
TG-1 iHS | WG-10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS enjoys external measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the TG-1 iHS compared to the WG-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-1 iHS and WG-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and WG-10.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-10 to render more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged TG-1 iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Pentax WG-10 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-05-08 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 610 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 0.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" 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 | 350 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI90B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $399 | $0 |