Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was introduced 24 months prior to the WG-1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the FS25 matches up against the WG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FS25 against the WG-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and WG-1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.