Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic GF1 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty comparable but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The GF1 was announced 22 months prior to the WG-1 GPS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the GF1 matches up vs the WG-1 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF1 comes with outside measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF1 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the GF1 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and WG-1 GPS is 85 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF1 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF1 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Pentax WG-1 GPS will provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older GF1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.