Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

In this article, we are matching up the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was revealed 13 months after the WG-1 GPS making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SP-820UZ scores vs the WG-1 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-820UZ features outer dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SP-820UZ and the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and WG-1 GPS is 69 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The more modern SP-820UZ should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.