Olympus XZ-10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Olympus XZ-10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was unveiled 18 months later than the WG-1 GPS which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the XZ-10 scores vs the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-10 features outside dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Olympus XZ-10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the XZ-10 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and WG-1 GPS is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the XZ-10 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-1 GPS to offer more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher XZ-10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.