Panasonic FH1 vs Pentax WG-10

Here is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FH1 vs Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was introduced 4 years before the WG-10 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the FH1 matches up versus the WG-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Pentax WG-10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH1 has got exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has measurements 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 FH1 vs Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FH1 versus the WG-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH1 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH1 and WG-10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax WG-10 to offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older FH1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.