Panasonic FH8 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic FH8 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was brought out at a similar time to the WG-2 GPS and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FH8 matches up versus the WG-2 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH8 features physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH8 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FH8 and the WG-2 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and WG-2 GPS is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH8 and WG-2 GPS.

All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.