Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3
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Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2013
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Succeeded the Panasonic TS4
- Successor is Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched July 2013
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic TS5 versus Pentax WG-3, both Waterproof cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe TS5 was released very close to the WG-3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the TS5 scores versus the WG-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Pentax WG-3
TS5 | WG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Panasonic TS5
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax WG-3
TS5 | WG-3 | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | July 2013 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS5 has got physical measurements 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-3 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic TS5 versus Pentax WG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the TS5 versus the WG-3.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and WG-3 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS5 and WG-3.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you should take the production date of the cameras into account.
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Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Pentax WG-3 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-07-12 | 2013-07-19 |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Style 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $350 | $300 |