Panasonic G85 vs Pentax WG-2

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic G85 vs Pentax WG-2, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is pretty similar but the G85 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The G85 was launched 4 years later than the WG-2 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the G85 grades versus the WG-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G85 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G85 offers outer measurements of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G85 and the WG-2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G85 and WG-2 is 69 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G85 and WG-2.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The G85 uses the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The fresher G85 provides an edge in sensor technology.