Panasonic G1 vs Pentax WG-2

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic G1 and Pentax WG-2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the WG-2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G1 matches up against the WG-2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G1 and Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G1 and the WG-2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and WG-2 is 82 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 and WG-2.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G1 having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Pentax WG-2 will result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older G1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.