Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax WG-1

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was brought out 17 months after the WG-1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ZS15 scores versus the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS15 enjoys physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS15 vs the WG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and WG-1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and WG-1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-1 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger ZS15 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.