Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10
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Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10 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 Known as Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FH25 was released 3 years earlier than the WG-10 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FH25 grades against the WG-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Pentax WG-10
FH25 | WG-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Panasonic FH25
WG-10 | FH25 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 29 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Pentax WG-10
FH25 | WG-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH25 features physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH25 compared to the WG-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and WG-10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and WG-10.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH25 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged FH25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Pentax WG-10 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine VI | - |
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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 0.7fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (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 rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $180 | $0 |