Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FP7 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was manufactured 13 months earlier than the WG-2 GPS making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FP7 scores vs the WG-2 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 has got outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP7 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FP7 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files however you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older FP7 is going to be behind in sensor tech.