Panasonic GM5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic GM5 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty well matched but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The GM5 was manufactured 2 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GM5 grades against the WG-2 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM5 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the GM5 compared to the WG-2 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GM5 and WG-2 GPS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GM5 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The GM5 provides the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The younger GM5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.