Olympus 5010 vs Pentax WG-1

Below, we are reviewing the Olympus 5010 versus Pentax WG-1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 5010 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 5010 was released 13 months earlier than the WG-1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 5010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the 5010 grades against the WG-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 5010 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 5010 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus 5010 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 5010 versus Pentax WG-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the 5010 compared to the WG-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 5010 and WG-1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5010 and WG-1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images though you really should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older 5010 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.