Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic FP1 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was released 3 years earlier than the WG-2 GPS which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FP1 matches up vs the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FP1 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and WG-2 GPS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-2 GPS to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.