Panasonic S2 vs Pentax WG-10

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic S2 versus Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2 was manufactured 17 months prior to the WG-10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S2 scores vs the WG-10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 and Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S2 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S2 comes with exterior dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S2 versus Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S2 against the WG-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and WG-10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and WG-10.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older S2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.