Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic SZ7 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ7 was announced 5 months later than the WG-1 GPS so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SZ7 matches up vs the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ7 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Panasonic SZ7 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ7 vs the WG-1 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ7 and WG-1 GPS.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should really take the release date of the cameras into account.