Kodak Easyshare M5370 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Easyshare M5370 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Easyshare M5370 was introduced at a similar time to the WG-1 GPS and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Easyshare M5370 matches up vs the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Kodak Easyshare M5370 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Kodak Easyshare M5370 enjoys exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Kodak Easyshare M5370 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Easyshare M5370 and the WG-1 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Easyshare M5370 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Easyshare M5370 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Kodak Easyshare M5370 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.