Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax WG-1

Here is a complete analysis of the Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and WG-1 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was brought out 3 years prior to the WG-1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the SP-565UZ grades against the WG-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-565UZ and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-565UZ has external dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") and a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has sizing 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SP-565UZ vs the WG-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and WG-1 is 72 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and WG-1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-1 to provide more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older SP-565UZ will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.