Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2011
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FZ28 was launched 3 years earlier than the WG-1 GPS which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FZ28 grades versus the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
FZ28 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic FZ28
WG-1 GPS | FZ28 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
FZ28 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ28 enjoys outer dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ28 and the WG-1 GPS.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and WG-1 GPS is 72 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and WG-1 GPS.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-1 GPS to give more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 417 grams (0.92 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 27 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 17.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 79 | 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $599 | $350 |