Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1
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24 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(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
- Released February 2011
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Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FS25 was introduced 24 months prior to the WG-1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the FS25 matches up against the WG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Pentax WG-1
| FS25 | WG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Panasonic FS25
| WG-1 | FS25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2011 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
| Manual focus |  | More exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Pentax WG-1
| FS25 | WG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions 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 FS25 vs Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FS25 against the WG-1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and WG-1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2011-02-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 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 | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| 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 | 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 148g (0.33 lbs) | 157g (0.35 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 260 photos |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $230 | $350 |