Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Below, we are evaluating the Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Pentax. The image resolution of the RZ18 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The RZ18 was manufactured very close to the WG-1 GPS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the RZ18 scores versus the WG-1 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio RZ18 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax RZ18 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax RZ18 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Pentax RZ18 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the RZ18 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RZ18 and WG-1 GPS is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the RZ18 and WG-1 GPS.

To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax RZ18 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.