Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GM1 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty well matched but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The GM1 was brought out 23 months after the WG-2 GPS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GM1 matches up vs the WG-2 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM1 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the GM1 and the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GM1 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GM1 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The GM1 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The more modern GM1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.