Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 22-924mm (F3.0-6.5) lens
- 524g - 126 x 87 x 94mm
- Revealed January 2014
- Succeeded the Panasonic LZ30
(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
- Released August 2011
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic LZ40 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe LZ40 was launched 2 years after the WG-1 GPS which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the LZ40 scores versus the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ40 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
LZ40 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Released | January 2014 | August 2011 | Newer by 30 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic LZ40
WG-1 GPS | LZ40 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic LZ40 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
LZ40 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ40 features outer measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic LZ40 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the LZ40 against the WG-1 GPS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the LZ40 and WG-1 GPS is 67 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ40 and WG-1 GPS.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic LZ40 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher LZ40 will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 22-924mm (42.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.80 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 524 grams (1.16 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 126 x 87 x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 320 pictures | 260 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $219 | $350 |