Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was launched 12 months later than the WG-2 GPS so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the ZS25 matches up against the WG-2 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS25 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS25 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS25 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files though you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer ZS25 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.