Clicky

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1

Portability
61
Imaging
68
Features
76
Overall
71
Pentax KP front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs

Pentax KP
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 819200
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 703g - 132 x 101 x 76mm
  • Introduced January 2017
Pentax WG-1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
  • Released February 2011
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 Overview

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Pentax KP versus Pentax WG-1, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the KP (24MP) and WG-1 (14MP) and the KP (APS-C) and WG-1 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

The KP was revealed 6 years later than the WG-1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the KP grades versus the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit
	
	

Reasons to pick Pentax KP over the Pentax WG-1

 KP WG-1 
ReleasedJanuary 2017February 2011More recent by 73 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kClearer display (+691k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Pentax KP

 WG-1 KP 

Common features in the Pentax KP and Pentax WG-1

 KP WG-1 
Manual focus More accurate focus
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax KP offers outer measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Pentax KP versus Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the KP vs the WG-1.

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the KP and WG-1 is 61 and 93 respectively.

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the KP and WG-1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The KP using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax KP will result in more detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger KP provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax KP
Portrait photography with Pentax WG-1
80
you can focus manually
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect focus
saves RAW files
35
focusing manually
decent megapixels (14MP)
no manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Street Comparison

Street photography with Pentax KP
Street photography with Pentax WG-1
76
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proof
above average high ISO (819,200)
54
environment sealing
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Sports Comparison

Pentax KP Sports photography info
Pentax WG-1 Sports photography info
72
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000s)
silent shutter (1/24,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
environment proof
low battery (390 shots)
does not have phase detect auto focus
37
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
environment sealing
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Pentax KP
Travel photography with Pentax WG-1
62
environment proof
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
has built in flash
low battery (390 CIPA)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
71
environment sealing
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Landscape Comparison

Pentax KP as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WG-1 as a Landscape photography camera
78
you can focus manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
above average high ISO (819,200)
saves RAW files
environment proof
low battery (390 CIPA)
42
focusing manually
rather wide (28mm)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Pentax KP
Vlogging with Pentax WG-1
35
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has mic socket
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
25
rather wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Pentax KP vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax KP and Pentax WG-1
 Pentax KPPentax Optio WG-1
General Information
Brand Pentax Pentax
Model Pentax KP Pentax Optio WG-1
Type Advanced DSLR Waterproof
Introduced 2017-01-26 2011-02-07
Physical type Mid-size SLR Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by PRIME IV -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6016 x 4000 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 819200 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 27 9
Cross focus points 25 -
Lens
Lens mount Pentax KAF2 fixed lens
Lens focal range - 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range - 1cm
Number of lenses 151 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 921k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) None
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.63x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/6000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/24000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 7.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 6.00 m (at ISO 100) 3.90 m
Flash settings Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual, wireless Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 703 grams (1.55 pounds) 157 grams (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 132 x 101 x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 390 pictures 260 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model D-LI109 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $747 $350