Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-1
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Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS30
(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
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2011
Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FH20 versus Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FH20 was revealed 13 months prior to the WG-1 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH20 matches up versus the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Pentax WG-1
FH20 | WG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Panasonic FH20
WG-1 | FH20 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 13 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FH20 and Pentax WG-1
FH20 | WG-1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 features outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FH20 versus Pentax WG-1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FH20 vs the WG-1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and WG-1 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH20 and WG-1.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images although you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged FH20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS30 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | 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 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (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 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 260 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $179 | $350 |