Panasonic G1 vs Pentax WG-1

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic G1 and Pentax WG-1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty close but the G1 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The G1 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the WG-1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the G1 grades versus the WG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G1 has external measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G1 and Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the G1 compared to the WG-1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 and WG-1 is 82 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 and WG-1.

All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax WG-1 will render extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged G1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.