Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax WG-2

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax WG-2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was manufactured 3 months after the WG-2 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ150 grades against the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 has got outside dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ150 and the WG-2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and WG-2 is 67 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and WG-2.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively.