Pentax K-1 vs Pentax WG-2

Here, we will be matching up the Pentax K-1 and Pentax WG-2, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and WG-2 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The K-1 was brought out 4 years later than the WG-2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the K-1 grades versus the WG-2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-1 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-1 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-1 enjoys physical measurements of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Pentax K-1 and Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the K-1 vs the WG-2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and WG-2 is 55 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K-1 and WG-2.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The K-1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Pentax K-1 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 20MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern K-1 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.