Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3
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Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced September 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS22
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FH7 was launched 22 months earlier than the WG-3 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FH7 grades against the WG-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Pentax WG-3
FH7 | WG-3 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Panasonic FH7
WG-3 | FH7 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | September 2011 | More modern by 22 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Pentax WG-3
FH7 | WG-3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH7 comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FH7 vs the WG-3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and WG-3 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and WG-3.
All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH7 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Pentax WG-3 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-09-07 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
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 mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 230g (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 240 pictures |
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 card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $149 | $300 |