Panasonic GH2 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic GH2 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The GH2 was announced 10 months earlier than the WG-2 GPS and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GH2 matches up versus the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH2 enjoys physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the GH2 and the WG-2 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GH2 and WG-2 GPS is 70 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GH2 and WG-2 GPS.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The GH2 comes with the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field easier. The older GH2 will be behind in sensor technology.