Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Panasonic TS5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Pentax WG-2 GPS has external dimensions of 122 x 61 x 30 mm (4.8 x 2.4 x 1.18″) and weighs 198 g (0.44 lb / 6.98 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic TS5 has external dimensions of 110 x 67 x 29 mm (4.33 x 2.64 x 1.14″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Pentax WG-2 GPS and the Panasonic TS5. Panasonic TS5 is 12mm narrower and 1mm thinner than Pentax WG-2 GPS but it is also 6mm taller.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Panasonic TS5.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Pentax WG-2 GPS and Panasonic TS5.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Pentax WG-2 GPS is 16g lighter than the Panasonic TS5 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
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LCD Screen Size and Features
Pentax WG-2 GPS and Panasonic TS5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.