Pentax K-5 II vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here, we will be evaluating the Pentax K-5 II and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof and both are created by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-5 II (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty close but the K-5 II (APS-C) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The K-5 II was unveiled 22 months after the WG-1 GPS which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-5 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the K-5 II grades against the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 II and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-5 II Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax K-5 II offers outside measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-5 II and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the K-5 II and the WG-1 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 II and WG-1 GPS is 60 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K-5 II and WG-1 GPS.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The K-5 II having a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Pentax K-5 II will provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer K-5 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.