Panasonic FH27 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FH27 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH27 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH27 was unveiled 7 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the FH27 grades vs the WG-1 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH27 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH27 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH27 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH27 and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH27 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH27 to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older FH27 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.