Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax WG-1

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic GX1 and Pentax WG-1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The GX1 was released 13 months later than the WG-1 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the GX1 matches up against the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX1 has exterior measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX1 vs the WG-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX1 and WG-1 is 87 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX1 and WG-1.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX1 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GX1 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern GX1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.