Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FH20 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels

The FH20 was revealed 3 years prior to the WG-2 GPS which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the FH20 matches up against the WG-2 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH20 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FH20 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and WG-2 GPS.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 GPS to offer greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FH20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.