Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1
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Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS35
(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
- Revealed February 2011
Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic FH25 and Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FH25 was revealed very close to the WG-1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the FH25 scores versus the WG-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Pentax WG-1
FH25 | WG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Panasonic FH25
WG-1 | FH25 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Pentax WG-1
FH25 | WG-1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | February 2011 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH25 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH25 and Pentax WG-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FH25 and the WG-1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and WG-1 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and WG-1.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH25 to offer greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.
Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine VI | - |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum 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 size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (24 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) | 157 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 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 | 250 photos | 260 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | 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 |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $350 |