Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WG-2
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ45
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FZ40 versus Pentax WG-2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FZ40 was revealed 18 months prior to the WG-2 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the FZ40 matches up versus the WG-2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Pentax WG-2
FZ40 | WG-2 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Panasonic FZ40
WG-2 | FZ40 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | July 2010 | Fresher by 18 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ40 and Pentax WG-2
FZ40 | WG-2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ40 has got external dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FZ40 versus Pentax WG-2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ40 versus the WG-2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ40 and WG-2 is 68 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ40 and WG-2.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-2 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The older FZ40 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FZ45 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-07-21 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.50 m | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 494 gr (1.09 lb) | 192 gr (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | - | 260 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $420 | $350 |