Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10, both Waterproof cameras and they are both offered by Pentax. The resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The WG-2 GPS was manufactured 16 months earlier than the WG-10 making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the WG-2 GPS grades vs the WG-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Pentax WG-10
WG-2 GPS | WG-10 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
WG-10 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 16 months |
Common features in the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Pentax WG-10
WG-2 GPS | WG-10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax WG-2 GPS has exterior measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax WG-10 has specifications 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 Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-2 GPS compared to the WG-10.
![Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-vs-Pentax-WG-10-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 GPS and WG-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-vs-Pentax-WG-10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 GPS and WG-10.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-2 GPS to produce extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WG-2 GPS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-vs-Pentax-WG-10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-vs-Pentax-WG-10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Pentax WG-10 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 0.7 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198g (0.44 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | 260 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $300 | $0 |