Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax WG-2
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
(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
- Released February 2012
Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic SZ1 and Pentax WG-2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SZ1 was unveiled very close to the WG-2 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ1 matches up versus the WG-2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Pentax WG-2
SZ1 | WG-2 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Panasonic SZ1
WG-2 | SZ1 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ1 and Pentax WG-2
SZ1 | WG-2 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | February 2012 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ1 has exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check the Panasonic SZ1 and Pentax WG-2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ1 against the WG-2.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ1 and WG-2 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ1 and WG-2.
All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files although you might want to consider the age of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic SZ1 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | 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 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 131 grams (0.29 lb) | 192 grams (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | 250 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $179 | $350 |