Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax WG-1

Here is a complete review of the Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The XS1 was announced 24 months later than the WG-1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the XS1 grades versus the WG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 offers exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the XS1 versus the WG-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the XS1 and WG-1 is 97 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the XS1 and WG-1.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent XS1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.