Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax WG-1
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Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Succeeded the Panasonic GF2
- Successor is Panasonic GF5
(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
- Launched February 2011
Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic GF3 and Pentax WG-1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly close but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe GF3 was announced 7 months later than the WG-1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GF3 grades versus the WG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Pentax WG-1
GF3 | WG-1 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | February 2011 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Panasonic GF3
WG-1 | GF3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GF3 and Pentax WG-1
GF3 | WG-1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GF3 offers outside dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic GF3 and Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the GF3 vs the WG-1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and WG-1 is 90 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and WG-1.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF3 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Pentax WG-1 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher GF3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-08-11 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 264 grams (0.58 lb) | 157 grams (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 459 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $360 | $350 |