Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 327g - 112 x 69 x 42mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Alternate Name is Lumix DC-TZ95
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe ZS80 was released 6 years after the WG-2 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the ZS80 scores versus the WG-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS80 over the Pentax WG-2
ZS80 | WG-2 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | February 2012 | More modern by 74 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Panasonic ZS80
WG-2 | ZS80 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS80 and Pentax WG-2
ZS80 | WG-2 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys exterior measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS80 against the WG-2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS80 and WG-2 is 86 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS80 and WG-2.
Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS80 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Also Known as | Lumix DC-TZ95 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2018-02-18 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m (with Auto ISO) | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 327 gr (0.72 pounds) | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 69 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 380 shots | 260 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $448 | $350 |