Olympus SP-565UZ vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

The following is a in-depth review of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-565UZ was brought out 4 years before the WG-2 GPS which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SP-565UZ grades vs the WG-2 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SP-565UZ & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-565UZ enjoys exterior dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the SP-565UZ compared to the WG-2 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SP-565UZ and WG-2 GPS is 72 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and WG-2 GPS.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-2 GPS to deliver more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.