Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Below is a extended analysis of the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was released 2 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ10 grades versus the WG-2 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ10 has got external measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ10 compared to the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ10 and WG-2 GPS.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SZ10 will have a benefit in sensor technology.