Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Below is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was introduced 7 months prior to the WG-1 GPS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FH25 matches up versus the WG-1 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 has external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FH25 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and WG-1 GPS.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH25 to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older FH25 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.