Panasonic G6 vs Pentax WG-1

In this article, we are analyzing the Panasonic G6 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the G6 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The G6 was released 2 years later than the WG-1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the G6 grades versus the WG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G6 provides exterior dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G6 against the WG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G6 and WG-1 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G6 and WG-1.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G6 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G6 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The younger G6 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.