Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Announced July 2011
- Earlier Model is Panasonic G2
- Updated by Panasonic G5
(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
- Released August 2011
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic G3 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly well matched but the G3 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe G3 was manufactured very close to the WG-1 GPS and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G3 matches up versus the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
G3 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic G3
WG-1 GPS | G3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G3 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
G3 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Released | July 2011 | August 2011 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G3 comes with outside measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic G3 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G3 vs the WG-1 GPS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and WG-1 GPS is 83 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 and WG-1 GPS.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G3 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic G3 will give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-07-11 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 336 grams (0.74 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 667 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | 260 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $500 | $350 |