Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-10

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH20 and Pentax WG-10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was released 4 years earlier than the WG-10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the FH20 matches up against the WG-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 enjoys outer dimensions 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-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH20 and Pentax WG-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FH20 compared to the WG-10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and WG-10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and WG-10.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos though you might want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FH20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.