Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax WG-1

The following is a complete review of the Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and WG-1 (14MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and WG-1 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The ZS1 was introduced 21 months earlier than the WG-1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ZS1 grades vs the WG-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS1 has got external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS1 vs the WG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and WG-1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS1 and WG-1.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS1 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Pentax WG-1 will render more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged ZS1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.