Panasonic FX90 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

The following is a complete review of the Panasonic FX90 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was brought out about the same time to the WG-1 GPS and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the FX90 scores vs the WG-1 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX90 offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX90 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FX90 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX90 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX90 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-1 GPS to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively.