Leica D-LUX 5 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

On this page, we are comparing the Leica D-LUX 5 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Leica and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The D-LUX 5 was launched 10 months prior to the WG-1 GPS and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the D-LUX 5 scores vs the WG-1 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-LUX 5 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica D-LUX 5 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica D-LUX 5 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the D-LUX 5 and the WG-1 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the D-LUX 5 and WG-1 GPS is 88 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D-LUX 5 and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D-LUX 5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax WG-1 GPS will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older D-LUX 5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.