Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax WG-1

Here is a in depth overview of the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was unveiled around the same time to the WG-1 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SP-610UZ scores against the WG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ & Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-610UZ enjoys outer dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SP-610UZ compared to the WG-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and WG-1 is 79 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-610UZ and WG-1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files although you need to take the age of the cameras into account.