Panasonic FH10 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

The following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FH10 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was unveiled 12 months after the WG-2 GPS and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the FH10 matches up against the WG-2 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 has outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH10 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FH10 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and WG-2 GPS is 97 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH10 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher FH10 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.