Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-ZX1
(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
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
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Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ZR1 was introduced 5 years earlier than the WG-3 GPS and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ZR1 matches up versus the WG-3 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
| ZR1 | WG-3 GPS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Panasonic ZR1
| WG-3 GPS | ZR1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2013 |  | July 2009 | Fresher by 48 months |
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Pentax WG-3 GPS
| ZR1 | WG-3 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR1 offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZR1 vs the WG-3 GPS.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and WG-3 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and WG-3 GPS.
As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older ZR1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Released | 2009-07-27 | 2013-07-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine V | - |
| 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.10 m | 3.40 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 158g (0.35 lb) | 238g (0.52 lb) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 125 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 | - | 240 pictures |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $280 | $350 |