Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Lets look closer at the Panasonic ZS15 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was released 5 months later than the WG-2 GPS and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ZS15 matches up vs the WG-2 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS15 enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS15 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the ZS15 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS15 and WG-2 GPS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and WG-2 GPS.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-2 GPS to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively.