Panasonic GX9 vs Pentax WG-1

The following is a extensive review of the Panasonic GX9 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and WG-1 (14MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The GX9 was launched 7 years after the WG-1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the GX9 scores vs the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX9 features exterior measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the GX9 vs the WG-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and WG-1 is 82 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The image here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GX9 and WG-1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX9 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GX9 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer GX9 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.