Panasonic GH4 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic GH4 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GH4 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable but the GH4 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The GH4 was unveiled 2 years after the WG-2 GPS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the GH4 grades vs the WG-2 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GH4 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH4 enjoys physical dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GH4 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the GH4 against the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GH4 and WG-2 GPS is 66 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GH4 and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The GH4 has the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The more modern GH4 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.