Olympus SZ-11 vs Pentax WG-1

Following is a in depth overview of the Olympus SZ-11 and Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was introduced 6 months after the WG-1 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SZ-11 matches up against the WG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-11 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 offers outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-11 and Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the WG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and WG-1 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-11 and WG-1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images but you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration.