Panasonic S1 vs Pentax WG-10

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S1 and Pentax WG-10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and WG-10 (14MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and WG-10 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1 was brought out 5 years after the WG-10 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S1 grades vs the WG-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 has physical 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-10 has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S1 and Pentax WG-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S1 vs the WG-10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and WG-10 is 54 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and WG-10.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1 will give extra detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher S1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.