Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax WG-1

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic LZ40 and Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and WG-1 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was introduced 2 years after the WG-1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the LZ40 grades vs the WG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LZ40 enjoys outer measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic LZ40 and Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the LZ40 compared to the WG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and WG-1 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ40 and WG-1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic LZ40 to offer you greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer LZ40 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.