Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS 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
- Launched January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Released February 2012

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH25 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FH25 was brought out 13 months earlier than the WG-2 GPS which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FH25 grades vs the WG-2 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
FH25 | WG-2 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Panasonic FH25
WG-2 GPS | FH25 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
FH25 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH25 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH25 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and WG-2 GPS is 94 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and WG-2 GPS.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

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Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 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 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $180 | $300 |