Panasonic FX700 vs Pentax WG-2

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX700 versus Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was manufactured 18 months prior to the WG-2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the FX700 scores vs the WG-2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Panasonic FX700 versus Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FX700 and the WG-2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and WG-2 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FX700 and WG-2.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Pentax WG-2 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older FX700 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.