Kodak M550 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here is a in depth review of the Kodak M550 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M550 was brought out 19 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M550 grades against the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M550 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M550 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the M550 and the WG-1 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and WG-1 GPS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-1 GPS to provide greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older M550 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.