Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-2

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic ZS35 and Pentax WG-2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was introduced 24 months after the WG-2 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ZS35 matches up against the WG-2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS35 provides exterior 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) and the Pentax WG-2 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS35 and Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the ZS35 compared to the WG-2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS35 and WG-2 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and WG-2.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher ZS35 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.