Pentax K-500 vs Pentax WG-2
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Pentax K-500 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed November 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Pentax K-500 versus Pentax WG-2, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-500 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is very well matched but the K-500 (APS-C) and WG-2 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe K-500 was manufactured 22 months after the WG-2 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the K-500 grades versus the WG-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-500 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-500 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-500 over the Pentax WG-2
K-500 | WG-2 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 22 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Pentax K-500
WG-2 | K-500 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-500 and Pentax WG-2
K-500 | WG-2 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax K-500 has got outer dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Pentax K-500 versus Pentax WG-2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the K-500 against the WG-2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K-500 and WG-2 is 64 and 91 respectively.
Pentax K-500 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-500 and WG-2.
As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor dimensions. The K-500 comes with the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The more recent K-500 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Pentax K-500 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Pentax K-500 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-500 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-11-27 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | PRIME M | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 51600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Number of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 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 |
Mic 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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 646g (1.42 lbs) | 192g (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1087 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 710 images | 260 images |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $600 | $350 |