Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2011
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FH2 was unveiled 7 months before the WG-1 GPS which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FH2 matches up against the WG-1 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
FH2 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic FH2
WG-1 GPS | FH2 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | January 2011 | Newer by 7 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
FH2 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FH2 against the WG-1 GPS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and WG-1 GPS is 96 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and WG-1 GPS.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH2 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FH2 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | 260 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $149 | $350 |