Olympus SH-50 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus SH-50 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-50 was launched 18 months after the WG-1 GPS which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SH-50 scores versus the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SH-50 has got physical measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Olympus SH-50 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SH-50 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-50 and WG-1 GPS is 88 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-50 and WG-1 GPS.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SH-50 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent SH-50 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.