Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax WG-2
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SZ8 was brought out 24 months later than the WG-2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ8 scores versus the WG-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Pentax WG-2
SZ8 | WG-2 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | February 2012 | Fresher by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Panasonic SZ8
WG-2 | SZ8 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax WG-2
SZ8 | WG-2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ8 has external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic SZ8 and Pentax WG-2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ8 compared to the WG-2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ8 and WG-2 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ8 and WG-2.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files however you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer SZ8 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 5.40 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 | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 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 file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159g (0.35 pounds) | 192g (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $275 | $350 |