Panasonic LX10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LX10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the LX10 (20MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the LX10 (1") and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The LX10 was brought out 5 years after the WG-1 GPS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the LX10 scores versus the WG-1 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LX10 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX10 has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LX10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the LX10 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX10 and WG-1 GPS is 88 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX10 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX10 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will render greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer LX10 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.