Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was unveiled 4 years after the WG-1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FZ300 grades against the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ300 provides outside measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ300 against the WG-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and WG-1 is 59 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ300 and WG-1.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer FZ300 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.