Panasonic FS7 vs Pentax WG-1

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FS7 and Pentax WG-1, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and WG-1 (14MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and WG-1 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS7 was released 3 years prior to the WG-1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FS7 grades against the WG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS7 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 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).

Contrast the Panasonic FS7 and Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FS7 versus the WG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and WG-1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS7 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Pentax WG-1 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FS7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.