Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Below is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was revealed 13 months before the WG-2 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH5 matches up against the WG-2 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH5 comes with outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FH5 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and WG-2 GPS is 96 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older FH5 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.