Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1
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Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS7
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011
Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS8 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe ZS8 was released 6 months later than the WG-1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ZS8 scores vs the WG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS8 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Pentax WG-1
ZS8 | WG-1 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Panasonic ZS8
WG-1 | ZS8 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS8 and Pentax WG-1
ZS8 | WG-1 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | February 2011 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS8 features outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS8 against the WG-1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS8 and WG-1 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS8 and WG-1.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS8 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-TZ18 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2011-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 210 grams (0.46 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 340 shots | 260 shots |
Battery format | 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, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $275 | $350 |