Olympus SZ-12 vs Pentax WG-10

In this write-up, we are matching up the Olympus SZ-12 and Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was released 17 months earlier than the WG-10 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SZ-12 matches up vs the WG-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-12 and Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-12 features outside 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-10 has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-12 and Pentax WG-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ-12 against the WG-10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and WG-10 is 89 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and WG-10.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SZ-12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.