Pentax K-01 vs Pentax WG-1

On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax K-01 versus Pentax WG-1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively close but the K-01 (APS-C) and WG-1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The K-01 was announced 16 months later than the WG-1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the K-01 scores versus the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-01 provides outside dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the K-01 vs the WG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the K-01 and WG-1 is 76 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the K-01 and WG-1.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The K-01 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Pentax K-01 will render extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher K-01 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.