Pentax K-01 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Let's take a deeper look at the Pentax K-01 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Pentax. The resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable but the K-01 (APS-C) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The K-01 was launched 4 months after the WG-2 GPS so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the K-01 grades against the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-01 has external measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the K-01 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the K-01 and WG-2 GPS is 76 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-01 and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, both cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The K-01 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult.