Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1

Here is a thorough review of the Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The GX7 was introduced 2 years later than the WG-1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GX7 grades against the WG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX7 enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the GX7 against the WG-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX7 and WG-1 is 81 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX7 and WG-1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX7 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic GX7 will provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern GX7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.