Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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93 Imaging
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Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS33
(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
- Revealed August 2011
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FH22 was manufactured 19 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the FH22 grades vs the WG-1 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
FH22 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic FH22
WG-1 GPS | FH22 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 19 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
FH22 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH22 offers outer dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FH22 and the WG-1 GPS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH22 and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH22 and WG-1 GPS.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of images however you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older FH22 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH22 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FS33 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 170 grams (0.37 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" 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 photographs |
Form of battery | - | 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 | $200 | $350 |