Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax WG-2
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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS1
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS3
(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
- Launched February 2012

Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax WG-2, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS2 was introduced 24 months before the WG-2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TS2 grades versus the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Pentax WG-2
TS2 | WG-2 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Panasonic TS2
WG-2 | TS2 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 24 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax WG-2
TS2 | WG-2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS2 has got outer dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and 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).
Contrast the Panasonic TS2 and Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the TS2 versus the WG-2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS2 and WG-2 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS2 and WG-2.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-2 to give extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older TS2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS2 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FT2 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-26 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (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 file format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 grams (0.41 lb) | 192 grams (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 260 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $350 | $350 |