Pentax RZ10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Its time to look much closer at the Pentax RZ10 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was manufactured at a similar time to the WG-1 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the RZ10 matches up vs the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ10 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ10 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax RZ10 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax RZ10 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the RZ10 and the WG-1 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the RZ10 and WG-1 GPS is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the RZ10 and WG-1 GPS.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.