Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax WG-10

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic SZ7 versus Pentax WG-10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was announced 17 months earlier than the WG-10 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the SZ7 matches up vs the WG-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Pentax WG-10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ7 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ7 and the WG-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ7 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ7 and WG-10.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.