Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The S1H was brought out 8 years later than the WG-1 GPS and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S1H grades vs the WG-1 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H offers outside dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS 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).

Look at the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S1H and the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and WG-1 GPS is 52 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and WG-1 GPS.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1H because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1H will deliver greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger S1H should have an edge in sensor tech.