Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS20
- Successor is Panasonic ZS30
(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
- Launched February 2012
Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZS25 was launched 12 months later than the WG-2 GPS so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the ZS25 matches up against the WG-2 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
ZS25 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Panasonic ZS25
WG-2 GPS | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS25 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
ZS25 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS25 provides external measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS25 versus the WG-2 GPS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS25 and WG-2 GPS.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files though you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer ZS25 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ35 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data 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 | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lbs) | 198g (0.44 lbs) |
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 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 | 260 photos | 260 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 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 |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $300 |