Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was brought out 3 years earlier than the WG-1 GPS and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FS12 grades versus the WG-1 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 has outer dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FS12 and the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The visual below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-1 GPS to give you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The older FS12 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.