Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax WG-2 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
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic TS25 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TS25 was unveiled 12 months later than the WG-2 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TS25 grades against the WG-2 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS25 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
TS25 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Panasonic TS25
WG-2 GPS | TS25 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
TS25 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS25 provides outer measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS25 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS25 vs the WG-2 GPS.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TS25 and WG-2 GPS.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer TS25 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT25 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
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 | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 lbs) | 198 grams (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | 250 images | 260 images |
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 recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $180 | $300 |