Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax WG-1
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Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT10
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2011
Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Let's look closer at the Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax WG-1, both Waterproof cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS10 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TS10 was introduced 12 months prior to the WG-1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the TS10 grades versus the WG-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS10 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Pentax WG-1
TS10 | WG-1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Panasonic TS10
WG-1 | TS10 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS10 and Pentax WG-1
TS10 | WG-1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS10 provides physical dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the TS10 vs the WG-1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS10 and WG-1 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS10 and WG-1.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older TS10 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS10 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT10 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-01-21 | 2011-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 lb) | 157 gr (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 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, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $249 | $350 |