Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax WG-2
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Launched July 2012
- Successor is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic LZ20 and Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe LZ20 was announced 6 months later than the WG-2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the LZ20 matches up against the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Pentax WG-2
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Panasonic LZ20
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Manual focus | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Pentax WG-2
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Revealed | July 2012 | February 2012 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LZ20 enjoys outside dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic LZ20 and Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the LZ20 versus the WG-2.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ20 and WG-2 is 71 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ20 and WG-2.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you need to take the production date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499 gr (1.10 lb) | 192 gr (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 380 photos | 260 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $250 | $350 |