Panasonic GF2 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic GF2 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The GF2 was announced 11 months before the WG-2 GPS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the GF2 grades vs the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF2 features outside dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF2 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the GF2 vs the WG-2 GPS.

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

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF2 and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF2 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Pentax WG-2 GPS will render extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older GF2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.