Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the ZS50 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was announced 2 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ZS50 grades vs the WG-2 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS50 enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS50 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS50 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZS50 and WG-2 GPS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS50 and WG-2 GPS.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-2 GPS to offer greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger ZS50 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.