Panasonic GX85 vs Pentax WG-2

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic GX85 and Pentax WG-2, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is very well matched but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX85 was brought out 4 years after the WG-2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GX85 grades against the WG-2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX85 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX85 offers outer dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GX85 and Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the GX85 and the WG-2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX85 and WG-2 is 83 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX85 and WG-2.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The GX85 provides the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler. The fresher GX85 will have an edge in sensor tech.