Panasonic G10 vs Pentax WG-2

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic G10 vs Pentax WG-2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the G10 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The G10 was introduced 18 months prior to the WG-2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G10 matches up versus the WG-2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G10 enjoys external dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst 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).

Look at the Panasonic G10 vs Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G10 against the WG-2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G10 and WG-2 is 72 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G10 and WG-2.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G10 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Pentax WG-2 will give more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.