Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax WG-10

Following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic SZ1 and Pentax WG-10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was launched 17 months before the WG-10 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SZ1 matches up vs the WG-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ1 comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax WG-10 has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ1 and Pentax WG-10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ1 and the WG-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ1 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ1 and WG-10.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SZ1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.