Pentax MX-1 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

On this page, we will be contrasting the Pentax MX-1 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the MX-1 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the MX-1 (1/1.7") and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The MX-1 was announced 17 months after the WG-2 GPS which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the MX-1 matches up against the WG-2 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax MX-1 enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs) while 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).

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

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the MX-1 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the MX-1 and WG-2 GPS is 84 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the MX-1 and WG-2 GPS.

To sum up, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The MX-1 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Pentax WG-2 GPS will give you more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher MX-1 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.