Kodak C135 vs Pentax WG-1

Below is a detailed review of the Kodak C135 vs Pentax WG-1, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the C135 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The C135 was released 12 months later than the WG-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the C135 grades against the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare C135 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak C135 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak C135 offers physical dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak C135 vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the C135 compared to the WG-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the C135 and WG-1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the C135 and WG-1.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files though you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher C135 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.