Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
- Revealed July 2015
- Replaced the Panasonic FZ200
(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
- Revealed February 2011
Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FZ300 was unveiled 4 years after the WG-1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FZ300 grades against the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Pentax WG-1
FZ300 | WG-1 | |||
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Revealed | July 2015 | February 2011 | More modern by 54 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Panasonic FZ300
WG-1 | FZ300 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ300 and Pentax WG-1
FZ300 | WG-1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus |
Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ300 provides outside measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ300 against the WG-1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and WG-1 is 59 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ300 and WG-1.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer FZ300 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2015-07-16 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 691 gr (1.52 pounds) | 157 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 380 images | 260 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $598 | $350 |