Olympus E-M1 vs Pentax WG-2

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus E-M1 versus Pentax WG-2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1 was announced 21 months after the WG-2 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the E-M1 matches up vs the WG-2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M1 has got external measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 versus Pentax WG-2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the E-M1 against the WG-2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and WG-2 is 71 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and WG-2.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The E-M1 contains the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The newer E-M1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.