Panasonic S5 vs Pentax WG-1

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic S5 versus Pentax WG-1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and WG-1 (14MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and WG-1 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The S5 was announced 9 years after the WG-1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the S5 matches up versus the WG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S5 offers physical measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S5 versus Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S5 compared to the WG-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and WG-1 is 60 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and WG-1.

All in all, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S5 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic S5 will produce more detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent S5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.