Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

On this page, we will be contrasting the Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SP-620 UZ was introduced 5 months after the WG-1 GPS which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SP-620 UZ matches up versus the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-620 UZ & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-620 UZ provides outer measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-620 UZ vs the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and WG-1 GPS is 78 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-620 UZ and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Olympus SP-620 UZ to resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.