Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
90 Imaging
53 Features
66 Overall
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Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Superseded the Panasonic GF6
- Renewed by Panasonic GF8
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Below, we are comparing the Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly close but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe GF7 was released 3 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GF7 grades against the WG-2 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
GF7 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | February 2012 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Panasonic GF7
WG-2 GPS | GF7 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GF7 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
GF7 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF7 comes with exterior measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the GF7 and the WG-2 GPS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF7 and WG-2 GPS is 90 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF7 and WG-2 GPS.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The GF7 includes the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler. The more recent GF7 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2015-02-01 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.8 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 266 gr (0.59 lb) | 198 gr (0.44 lb) |
Dimensions | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 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 | 230 shots | 260 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $308 | $300 |