Olympus 1s vs Pentax WG-1

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus 1s and Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty close but the 1s (1/1.7") and WG-1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The 1s was announced 4 years later than the WG-1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1s scores vs the WG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1s & Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus 1s Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1s enjoys external dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 1s and Pentax WG-1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the 1s compared to the WG-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1s and WG-1 is 79 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1s and WG-1.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1s having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Pentax WG-1 will provide you with more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 1s is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.