Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced July 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Earlier Model is Panasonic TS4
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic TS5 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe TS5 was released 18 months after the WG-2 GPS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TS5 scores against the WG-2 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
TS5 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Panasonic TS5
WG-2 GPS | TS5 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
TS5 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS5 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the TS5 and the WG-2 GPS.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and WG-2 GPS is 91 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and WG-2 GPS.
Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The younger TS5 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-07-12 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | 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 distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 pounds) | 198 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 370 images | 260 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BCM13 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $350 | $300 |