Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was unveiled 11 months after the WG-1 GPS and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the ZS15 matches up against the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS15 features outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS15 against the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS15 and WG-1 GPS is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax WG-1 GPS to give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern ZS15 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.