Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here is a complete assessment of the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ8 was brought out 2 years later than the WG-1 GPS and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SZ8 scores vs the WG-1 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ8 against the WG-1 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ8 and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ8 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ8 to deliver more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger SZ8 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.