Panasonic ZS5 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS5 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was unveiled 14 months prior to the WG-1 GPS making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the ZS5 matches up versus the WG-1 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS5 has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS5 and the WG-1 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and WG-1 GPS is 92 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS5 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-1 GPS to give more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZS5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.