Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FZ100 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FZ100 was launched 13 months before the WG-1 GPS which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the FZ100 grades vs the WG-1 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ100 provides outer dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and 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).

Look at the Panasonic FZ100 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FZ100 and the WG-1 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ100 and WG-1 GPS is 67 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ100 and WG-1 GPS.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older FZ100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.