Panasonic ZS7 vs Pentax WG-2

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS7 versus Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was announced 6 months prior to the WG-2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS7 scores against the WG-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS7 features external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS7 versus Pentax WG-2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS7 vs the WG-2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and WG-2 is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and WG-2.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-2 to give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively.