Panasonic S2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic S2 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2 was launched 5 months after the WG-1 GPS and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S2 grades against the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S2 offers physical measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S2 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S2 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S2 and WG-1 GPS is 96 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of files though you should really factor the age of the cameras into account.