Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax WG-1

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FS15 versus Pentax WG-1, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was launched 3 years before the WG-1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FS15 grades against the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 has outer dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS15 versus Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FS15 and the WG-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS15 and WG-1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind in sensor tech.