Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus VH-410 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was announced 7 months after the WG-2 GPS so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the VH-410 matches up versus the WG-2 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VH-410 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus VH-410 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus VH-410 has got physical measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the VH-410 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the VH-410 and WG-2 GPS.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files but you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent VH-410 will have an advantage in sensor technology.