Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic ZS35 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was unveiled 2 years after the WG-1 GPS which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS35 grades against the WG-1 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS35 has outside measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS35 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the ZS35 compared to the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS35 and WG-1 GPS is 89 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS35 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent ZS35 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.