Pentax VS20 vs Pentax WG-1

Here is a in-depth review of the Pentax VS20 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Pentax. The resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was brought out 12 months later than the WG-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the VS20 grades against the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio VS20 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax VS20 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax VS20 features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the VS20 versus the WG-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VS20 and WG-1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VS20 and WG-1.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax VS20 to show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher VS20 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.