Panasonic GF5 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic GF5 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GF5 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty comparable but the GF5 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The GF5 was introduced 8 months after the WG-1 GPS which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GF5 matches up against the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF5 has physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GF5 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the GF5 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF5 and WG-1 GPS is 89 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GF5 and WG-1 GPS.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF5 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax WG-1 GPS will produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher GF5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.