Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-1

The following is a extended overview of the Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was revealed 15 months after the WG-1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the ZS20 grades vs the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS20 enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS20 against the WG-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS20 and WG-1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS20 and WG-1.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher ZS20 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.