Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
97 Imaging
40 Features
26 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Revealed August 2011
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Here is a extended review of the Panasonic XS1 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe XS1 was announced 17 months later than the WG-1 GPS making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the XS1 matches up against the WG-1 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
| XS1 | WG-1 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | August 2011 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic XS1
| WG-1 GPS | XS1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
| XS1 | WG-1 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic XS1 enjoys outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while 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).
See the Panasonic XS1 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the XS1 and the WG-1 GPS.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XS1 and WG-1 GPS is 97 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the XS1 and WG-1 GPS.
Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic XS1 to give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger XS1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Released | 2013-01-07 | 2011-08-16 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.40 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 103 grams (0.23 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 260 pictures | 260 pictures |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $130 | $350 |