Panasonic GX9 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic GX9 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX9 was brought out 6 years later than the WG-1 GPS and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the GX9 matches up vs the WG-1 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 has got outer measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX9 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the GX9 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and WG-1 GPS is 82 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GX9 and WG-1 GPS.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX9 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will offer extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern GX9 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.