Pentax K-r vs Pentax WG-1
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Pentax K-r vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 598g - 125 x 97 x 68mm
- Announced March 2011
(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
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2011
Pentax K-r vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Pentax K-r versus Pentax WG-1, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-r (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively close but the K-r (APS-C) and WG-1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe K-r was brought out 2 months later than the WG-1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-r being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the K-r matches up versus the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax K-r vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-r & Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-r Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-r over the Pentax WG-1
K-r | WG-1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Pentax K-r
WG-1 | K-r |
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Common features in the Pentax K-r and Pentax WG-1
K-r | WG-1 | |||
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Released | March 2011 | February 2011 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Pentax K-r vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Pentax K-r provides exterior measurements of 125mm x 97mm x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") with a weight of 598 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-r versus Pentax WG-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the K-r against the WG-1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the K-r and WG-1 is 67 and 93 respectively.
Pentax K-r vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K-r and WG-1.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The K-r due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax WG-1 will provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.
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Pentax K-r vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Pentax K-r | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax K-r | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-03-11 | 2011-02-07 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync, High-Speed Sync and Wireless Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 598 grams (1.32 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 97 x 68mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 2.7") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 755 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 pictures | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI109,4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,100 | $350 |