Panasonic S1R vs Pentax WG-2

Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic S1R versus Pentax WG-2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and WG-2 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was revealed 7 years later than the WG-2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S1R grades vs the WG-2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R offers exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1020 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).

Contrast the Panasonic S1R versus Pentax WG-2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S1R vs the WG-2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and WG-2 is 54 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and WG-2.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S1R with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will result in more detail because of its extra 31MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent S1R will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.