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Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 front
 
Pentax WG-3 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41

Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs

Panasonic TS5
(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
Pentax WG-3
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Pentax WG-3

 TS5 WG-3 

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Panasonic TS5

 WG-3 TS5 
Manually focus Very exact focusing

Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Pentax WG-3

 TS5 WG-3 
LaunchedJuly 2013July 2013Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display sizing
Display resolution460k460kEqual 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and WG-3 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 top view buttons comparison

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.

Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS5 Portrait photography info
Pentax WG-3 Portrait photography info
32
resolution is good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
41
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
provides face detect focus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS5 as a Street photography camera
Pentax WG-3 as a Street photography camera
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic TS5
Sports photography with Pentax WG-3
47
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
offers tracking focus
weather sealing
good battery life (370 CIPA)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300 seconds)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
45
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16MP)
provides tracking focus
environment proofing
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (240 per charge)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS5 Travel photography information
Pentax WG-3 Travel photography information
72
good battery life (370 shots)
weather sealing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
72
environment proofing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
terrible battery power (240 per charge)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS5 Landscape photography information
Pentax WG-3 Landscape photography information
52
relatively wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather sealing
good battery life (370 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
54
manual focus
fairly wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
terrible battery power (240 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS5 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax WG-3 as a Vlogging camera
32
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have microphone socket
36
fairly wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have mic port
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Panasonic TS5 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS5 and Pentax WG-3
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5Pentax WG-3
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