Panasonic LF1 vs Pentax WG-1

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic LF1 and Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very comparable but the LF1 (1/1.7") and WG-1 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The LF1 was announced 2 years later than the WG-1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the LF1 matches up versus the WG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LF1 and Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the LF1 against the WG-1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and WG-1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and WG-1.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The LF1 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Pentax WG-1 will produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The newer LF1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.