Panasonic GX1 vs Pentax WG-2

Let's look closer at the Panasonic GX1 and Pentax WG-2, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly similar but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX1 was announced about the same time to the WG-2 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GX1 grades vs the WG-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GX1 has outside dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GX1 and Pentax WG-2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the GX1 and the WG-2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and WG-2 is 87 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and WG-2.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The GX1 offers the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field easier.