Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax WG-2

Below is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FZ28 versus Pentax WG-2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was released 4 years earlier than the WG-2 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FZ28 grades against the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ28 comes with outside dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ28 against the WG-2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and WG-2 is 72 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and WG-2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FZ28 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.