Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
92 Imaging
35 Features
31 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Introduced August 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT3
- Superseded the Panasonic TS2
- New Model is Panasonic TS4
(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
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced August 2011
Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TS3 was announced within a month of the WG-1 GPS so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the TS3 scores versus the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
TS3 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic TS3
WG-1 GPS | TS3 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
TS3 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | August 2011 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS3 offers physical dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the TS3 and the WG-1 GPS.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and WG-1 GPS is 92 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS3 and WG-1 GPS.
Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-1 GPS to resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-08-16 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 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 | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 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 | 310 photos | 260 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $380 | $350 |