Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Here is a complete review of the Panasonic TS6 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was unveiled 2 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TS6 grades against the WG-2 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS6 comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS6 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the TS6 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the TS6 and WG-2 GPS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS6 and WG-2 GPS.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos although you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer TS6 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.