Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-1
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Released January 2014
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS30
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS40
(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
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011
Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Panasonic ZS35 versus Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ZS35 was launched 2 years later than the WG-1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ZS35 matches up vs the WG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Pentax WG-1
ZS35 | WG-1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | February 2011 | More recent by 36 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Panasonic ZS35
WG-1 | ZS35 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Pentax WG-1
ZS35 | WG-1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS35 has outer dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS35 versus Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS35 versus the WG-1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS35 and WG-1 is 89 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS35 and WG-1.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS35 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS35 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 lb) | 157 gr (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $300 | $350 |