Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Below is a comprehensive review of the Olympus 8010 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 8010 was launched 24 months earlier than the WG-2 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 8010 matches up against the WG-2 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 8010 comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 8010 against the WG-2 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and WG-2 GPS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 8010 and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-2 GPS to give you more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older 8010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.