Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 402g - 123 x 71 x 55mm
- Launched November 2013
- Old Model is Panasonic GX1
- Replacement is Panasonic GX8
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2011
Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic GX7 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively well matched but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GX7 was released 2 years after the WG-1 GPS which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the GX7 grades versus the WG-1 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GX7 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX7 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
GX7 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | August 2011 | Newer by 28 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic GX7
WG-1 GPS | GX7 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GX7 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
GX7 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX7 has got exterior measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic GX7 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GX7 versus the WG-1 GPS.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX7 and WG-1 GPS is 81 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX7 and WG-1 GPS.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX7 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GX7 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger GX7 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic GX7 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-11-07 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | - |
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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,765k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Slow sync w/red-eye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 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 | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 402g (0.89 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 71 x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 70 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 718 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/ 3 shots) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $1,000 | $350 |