Olympus FE-47 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Its time to look more closely at the Olympus FE-47 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the FE-47 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-47 was unveiled 19 months before the WG-1 GPS which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FE-47 grades against the WG-1 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-47 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are available at Olympus FE-47 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-47 offers external measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and 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).

Compare the Olympus FE-47 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FE-47 vs the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-47 and WG-1 GPS is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-47 and WG-1 GPS.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FE-47 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.