Panasonic G6 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic G6 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively similar but the G6 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The G6 was released 15 months after the WG-2 GPS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G6 scores vs the WG-2 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G6 enjoys outside measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the G6 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G6 and WG-2 GPS is 74 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The picture below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G6 and WG-2 GPS.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The G6 uses the bigger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler. The more modern G6 will have an edge in sensor tech.