Olympus VG-160 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus VG-160 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VG-160 was announced 5 months later than the WG-1 GPS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the VG-160 matches up vs the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-160 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus VG-160 provides exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Olympus VG-160 versus 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 depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the VG-160 and the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-160 and WG-1 GPS is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the VG-160 and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.