Panasonic GX9 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic GX9 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX9 was introduced 6 years after the WG-2 GPS which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the GX9 matches up versus the WG-2 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX9 has got external dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GX9 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the GX9 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and WG-2 GPS is 82 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX9 using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic GX9 will give you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer GX9 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.