Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic LZ30 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the LZ30 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The LZ30 was released 17 months after the WG-1 GPS which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the LZ30 grades against the WG-1 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ30 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ30 enjoys external measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the LZ30 and the WG-1 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ30 and WG-1 GPS is 66 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ30 and WG-1 GPS.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic LZ30 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher LZ30 will have an advantage in sensor technology.