Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS8 was released 6 months later than the WG-1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ZS8 scores vs the WG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS8 features outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS8 against the WG-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS8 and WG-1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS8 and WG-1.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.