Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax WG-2

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax WG-2, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The GF2 was revealed 11 months prior to the WG-2 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GF2 scores against the WG-2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF2 features outer dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the GF2 and the WG-2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and WG-2 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF2 and WG-2.

Clearly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF2 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Pentax WG-2 will deliver more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older GF2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.