Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax WG-1

Following is a thorough review of the Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was brought out about the same time to the WG-1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ZS10 matches up against the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS10 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS10 compared to the WG-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and WG-1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and WG-1.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of images however you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.