Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax WG-2
67 Imaging
36 Features
57 Overall
44
91 Imaging
39 Features
37 Overall
38
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 528g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched April 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax WG-2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FZ150 was manufactured 3 months after the WG-2 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ150 grades against the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ150 over the Pentax WG-2
FZ150 | WG-2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Panasonic FZ150
WG-2 | FZ150 |
---|
Common features in the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax WG-2
FZ150 | WG-2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | April 2012 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 has got outside dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FZ150 and Pentax WG-2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ150 and the WG-2.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and WG-2 is 67 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and WG-2.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively.
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Panasonic FZ150 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-04-11 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 528g (1.16 pounds) | 192g (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 40 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $499 | $350 |