Panasonic S1 vs Pentax WG-2

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S1 vs Pentax WG-2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and WG-2 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The S1 was revealed 7 years after the WG-2 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S1 scores against the WG-2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1 has got outside dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Panasonic S1 vs Pentax WG-2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S1 against the WG-2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and WG-2 is 54 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and WG-2.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1 will result in greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern S1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.