Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT30
(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
- Revealed February 2012
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic TS30 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TS30 was brought out 2 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the TS30 matches up vs the WG-2 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
TS30 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | February 2012 | More recent by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Panasonic TS30
WG-2 GPS | TS30 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
TS30 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS30 comes with outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic TS30 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TS30 versus the WG-2 GPS.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS30 and WG-2 GPS.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files however you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern TS30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS30 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT30 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
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) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | 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 diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.3fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 gr (0.31 lb) | 198 gr (0.44 lb) |
Physical 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 Overall 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 shots | 260 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | 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 | One | One |
Cost at release | $180 | $300 |