Kodak M580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Below is a extensive assessment of the Kodak M580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The M580 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the M580 matches up against the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M580 enjoys exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M580 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and WG-1 GPS is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M580 and WG-1 GPS.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos however you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older M580 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.