Olympus TG-630 iHS vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TG-630 iHS (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-630 iHS was launched 18 months later than the WG-1 GPS making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the TG-630 iHS matches up against the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-630 iHS & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-630 iHS features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus TG-630 iHS versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the TG-630 iHS versus the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-630 iHS and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-630 iHS and WG-1 GPS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-1 GPS to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer TG-630 iHS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.