Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580/Panasonic-FX580-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
(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
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2011
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic FX580 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The FX580 was announced 3 years earlier than the WG-1 GPS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FX580 grades versus the WG-1 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
FX580 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic FX580
WG-1 GPS | FX580 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
FX580 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX580 offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FX580 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FX580 against the WG-1 GPS.
![Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS size comparison Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-GPS-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.
![Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS top view buttons comparison Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-GPS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and WG-1 GPS.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-1 GPS to produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older FX580 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS sensor size comparison Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-GPS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-1-GPS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FX550 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-01-27 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $499 | $350 |