Olympus E-P5 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here is a extended review of the Olympus E-P5 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty well matched but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The E-P5 was released 2 years later than the WG-1 GPS and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the E-P5 grades vs the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P5 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-P5 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P5 comes with exterior measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-P5 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the E-P5 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and WG-1 GPS is 85 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P5 and WG-1 GPS.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-P5 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-P5 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger E-P5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.