Panasonic FZ70 vs Pentax WG-2

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FZ70 and Pentax WG-2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was brought out 18 months later than the WG-2 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FZ70 scores versus the WG-2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ70 comes with external dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ70 and Pentax WG-2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the FZ70 compared to the WG-2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ70 and WG-2 is 63 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ70 and WG-2.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher FZ70 should have an edge in sensor technology.