Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 101 x 58 x 19mm
- Released January 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT20
(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
- Introduced August 2011
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
The following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS20 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS20 was announced 6 months after the WG-1 GPS so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the TS20 matches up versus the WG-1 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS20 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS20 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
TS20 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic TS20
WG-1 GPS | TS20 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS20 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
TS20 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | August 2011 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS20 offers physical measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while 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).
Examine the Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the TS20 compared to the WG-1 GPS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS20 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS20 and WG-1 GPS.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS20 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively.
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Panasonic TS20 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT20 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-01-31 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 58 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 250 photos | 260 photos |
Battery type | 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 |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $179 | $350 |