Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced April 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS15
- New Model is Panasonic ZS25
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ZS20 was introduced 3 months later than the WG-2 GPS and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the ZS20 matches up versus the WG-2 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
ZS20 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Panasonic ZS20
WG-2 GPS | ZS20 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS20 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
ZS20 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Introduced | April 2012 | February 2012 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS20 provides physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic ZS20 vs 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 differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS20 versus the WG-2 GPS.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS20 and WG-2 GPS is 92 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS20 and WG-2 GPS.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-2 GPS to provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ30 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2012-04-26 | 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 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 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lb) | 198g (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $349 | $300 |