Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1

Below is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FH2 versus Pentax WG-1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was revealed within a month of the WG-1 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH2 matches up vs the WG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH2 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH2 versus Pentax WG-1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FH2 compared to the WG-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and WG-1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH2 and WG-1.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of images although you have to factor the age of the products into consideration.