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Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1

Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
29
Pentax Optio W90 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs

Pentax W90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 164g - 108 x 59 x 25mm
  • Revealed February 2010
Pentax WG-1
(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
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Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Pentax W90 versus Pentax WG-1, both Waterproof cameras and both of them are offered by Pentax. The image resolution of the W90 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The W90 was introduced 11 months before the WG-1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the W90 scores against the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Pentax W90 over the Pentax WG-1

 W90 WG-1 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Pentax W90

 WG-1 W90 
ReleasedFebruary 2011February 2010More recent by 11 months

Common features in the Pentax W90 and Pentax WG-1

 W90 WG-1 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax W90 features external dimensions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has measurements 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 W90 versus Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the W90 versus the WG-1.

Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the W90 and WG-1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 top view buttons comparison

Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the W90 and WG-1.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax WG-1 to result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older W90 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 sensor size comparison

Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Pentax W90
Portrait photography with Pentax WG-1
27
manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
35
manual focus
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax W90 as a Street photography camera
Pentax WG-1 as a Street photography camera
54
weather sealing
no moving screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
54
weather proofing
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Pentax W90
Sports photography with Pentax WG-1
24
weather sealing
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
37
resolution is good (14MP)
provides tracking focus
weather proofing
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Pentax W90 Travel photography details
Pentax WG-1 Travel photography details
64
weather sealing
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
resolution not great (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
71
weather proofing
resolution is good (14MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax W90 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax WG-1 as a Landscape photography camera
37
manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
weather sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
42
manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
weather proofing
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax W90 Vlogging factors
Pentax WG-1 Vlogging factors
25
quite wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone support
25
quite wide (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic port
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Pentax W90 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax W90 and Pentax WG-1
 Pentax Optio W90Pentax Optio WG-1
General Information
Brand Name Pentax Pentax
Model Pentax Optio W90 Pentax Optio WG-1
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Revealed 2010-02-24 2011-02-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Prime -
Sensor type CCD 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, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.90 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 164g (0.36 lb) 157g (0.35 lb)
Dimensions 108 x 59 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" 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 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model D-LI68 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $120 $350