Leica C vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Below is a thorough analysis of the Leica C versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Leica and Pentax. The resolution of the C (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very close but the C (1/1.7") and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The C was released 2 years later than the WG-1 GPS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the C grades against the WG-1 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Leica C Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Leica C enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the C vs the WG-1 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and WG-1 GPS is 92 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the C and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The C because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax WG-1 GPS will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern C is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.