Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand 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
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS30
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS40
(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
- Announced July 2013

Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic ZS35 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ZS35 was brought out 6 months after the WG-3 GPS which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the ZS35 grades against the WG-3 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
ZS35 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Panasonic ZS35
WG-3 GPS | ZS35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Pentax WG-3 GPS
ZS35 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2013 | Similar age |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS35 features external measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS35 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS35 vs the WG-3 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS35 and WG-3 GPS is 89 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS35 and WG-3 GPS.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to take the age of the products into consideration.

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Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2013-07-19 |
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 | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) | 238 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $300 | $350 |