Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH7 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was manufactured at a similar time to the WG-1 GPS and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FH7 matches up against the WG-1 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications 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 that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH7 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and WG-1 GPS is 96 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The pic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH7 and WG-1 GPS.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH7 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively.