Pentax VS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Below, we are matching up the Pentax VS20 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and they are both created by Pentax. The resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was manufactured at a similar time to the WG-2 GPS so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the VS20 matches up vs the WG-2 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio VS20 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Pentax VS20 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax VS20 provides outside measurements of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the VS20 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the VS20 and WG-2 GPS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the VS20 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.