Pentax WG-2 vs Pentax Q
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Pentax WG-2 vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Revealed June 2011
- Updated by Pentax Q10
Pentax WG-2 vs Pentax Q Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Pentax WG-2 versus Pentax Q, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Pentax. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the WG-2 (16MP) and Q (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-2 was brought out 8 months later than the Q which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WG-2 grades against the Q when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax WG-2 vs Pentax Q Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Pentax Q. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Pentax Q
WG-2 | Q | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | June 2011 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Pentax WG-2
Q | WG-2 |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-2 and Pentax Q
WG-2 | Q | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Pentax WG-2 vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 provides external dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax Q has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax WG-2 versus Pentax Q in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-2 against the Q.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 and Q is 91 and 93 respectively.
Pentax WG-2 vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-2 and Q.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Pentax WG-2 to resolve extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern WG-2 will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Pentax WG-2 vs Pentax Q Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Optio WG-2 | Pentax Q |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192 gr (0.42 lb) | 180 gr (0.40 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | 230 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $350 | $695 |