Panasonic ZS70 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Here is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic ZS70 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was announced 5 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ZS70 grades vs the WG-2 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS70 offers outside dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS70 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS70 and the WG-2 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS70 and WG-2 GPS is 87 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS70 and WG-2 GPS.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to resolve more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ZS70 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.