Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was launched 24 months later than the WG-1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SH-50 scores against the WG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SH-50 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SH-50 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-50 offers outer measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SH-50 compared to the WG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-50 and WG-1 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-50 and WG-1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus SH-50 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent SH-50 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.