Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-1

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic GF7 versus Pentax WG-1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF7 was brought out 4 years after the WG-1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the GF7 scores versus the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF7 comes with physical dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF7 versus Pentax WG-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the GF7 versus the WG-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF7 and WG-1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF7 and WG-1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF7 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GF7 will provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger GF7 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.