Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-2

Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus SZ-12 versus Pentax WG-2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was announced around the same time to the WG-2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the SZ-12 matches up against the WG-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-12 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-12 provides outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-12 compared to the WG-2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and WG-2 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and WG-2.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-2 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.