Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic FH20 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was launched 19 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH20 matches up vs the WG-1 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH20 and the WG-1 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and WG-1 GPS is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of images though you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FH20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.