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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
79
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs

Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Introduced August 2019
Pentax WG-1 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched August 2011
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The S1H was brought out 8 years later than the WG-1 GPS and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S1H grades vs the WG-1 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Pentax WG-1 GPS

 S1H WG-1 GPS 
LaunchedAugust 2019August 2011More recent by 98 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display sizing3.2"2.7"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution2330k230kSharper display (+2100k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic S1H

 WG-1 GPS S1H 

Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Pentax WG-1 GPS

 S1H WG-1 GPS 
Focus manually Very precise focusing

Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H offers outside dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the S1H and the WG-1 GPS.

Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and WG-1 GPS is 52 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and WG-1 GPS.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1H because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1H will deliver greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger S1H should have an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1H Portrait photography factors
Pentax WG-1 GPS Portrait photography factors
85
manual focus
high flash sync speed (1/320s)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detect focusing
saves RAW files
35
manual focus
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic S1H
Street photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
69
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
comes with focus by touch
weather sealing
very good ISO range (51,200)
heavier than competition (1,052 grams)
54
environment proofing
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1H Sports photography features
Pentax WG-1 GPS Sports photography features
76
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather sealing
not so great battery (400 per charge)
no phase detect AF
37
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Travel photography camera
Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Travel photography camera
64
weather sealing
has bluetooth
comes with focus by touch
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
selfie friendly screen
not so great battery (400 per charge)
heavier than competition (1,052 grams)
71
environment proofing
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic S1H
Landscape photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
80
manual focus
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is decent (3.2 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather sealing
has double storage slots
not so great battery (400 shots)
42
manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1H Vlogging advice
Pentax WG-1 GPS Vlogging advice
70
selfie friendly screen
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focusing
video res high (5952 x 3988 pxls)
does have mic port
heavier than competition (1,052 grams)
25
relatively wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone jack
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1H and Pentax WG-1 GPS
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1HPentax Optio WG-1 GPS
General Information
Company Panasonic Pentax
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
Category Pro Mirrorless Waterproof
Introduced 2019-08-28 2011-08-16
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 35.6 x 23.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 847.3mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 51200 6400
Max boosted ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Min boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 225 9
Lens
Lens support Leica L fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Available lenses 30 -
Focal length multiplier 1 5.8
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3.2 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 2,330k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/8000 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 9.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/320 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 5952x3988 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1052 gr (2.32 lbs) 167 gr (0.37 lbs)
Dimensions 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 400 pictures 260 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI92
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots Two One
Retail cost $3,998 $350