Canon G5 X vs Pentax WG-1

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon G5 X versus Pentax WG-1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the G5 X (20MP) and WG-1 (14MP) and the G5 X (1") and WG-1 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The G5 X was announced 4 years after the WG-1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G5 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G5 X grades vs the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G5 X features external dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the G5 X and the WG-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G5 X and WG-1 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 X and WG-1.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G5 X having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G5 X will provide you with extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern G5 X should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.