Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax WG-10
95 Imaging
35 Features
34 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
34 Overall
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Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Announced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched June 2013
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Lets look more closely at the Olympus VH-515 and Pentax WG-10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the VH-515 (12MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe VH-515 was released 10 months earlier than the WG-10 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the VH-515 grades vs the WG-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VH-515 and Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VH-515 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Pentax WG-10
| VH-515 | WG-10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Olympus VH-515
| WG-10 | VH-515 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2013 |  | August 2012 | More modern by 10 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Olympus VH-515 and Pentax WG-10
| VH-515 | WG-10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus VH-515 has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus VH-515 and Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the VH-515 against the WG-10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the VH-515 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the VH-515 and WG-10.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax WG-10 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged VH-515 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus VH-515 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
| Olympus VH-515 | Pentax WG-10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model | Olympus VH-515 | Pentax WG-10 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Announced | 2012-08-21 | 2013-06-21 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
| 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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 0.7 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.70 m | 1.20 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 152g (0.34 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 photos |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $648 | $0 |