Olympus E-M1 II vs Pentax WG-2

In this article, we will be looking at the Olympus E-M1 II vs Pentax WG-2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-M1 II (20MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The E-M1 II was released 4 years later than the WG-2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M1 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-M1 II scores versus the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 II features exterior dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") with a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Olympus E-M1 II vs Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the E-M1 II against the WG-2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 II and WG-2 is 68 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M1 II and WG-2.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-M1 II will render greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent E-M1 II provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.