Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony TF1
Portability
91 Imaging
39 Features
37 Overall
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91 Imaging
39 Features
37 Overall
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Portability
94 Imaging
40 Features
34 Overall
37
94 Imaging
40 Features
34 Overall
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony TF1 Key Specs
Pentax WG-2 GPS
(Full Review)
(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
- Revealed February 2012
Sony TF1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Released June 2013
Photography Glossary Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony TF1 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Sony TF1, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the WG-2 GPS matches up vs the TF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Sony TF1
| WG-2 GPS | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
| TF1 | WG-2 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2013 |  | February 2012 | More modern by 16 months |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Sony TF1
| WG-2 GPS | TF1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-2 GPS has exterior measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WG-2 GPS versus the TF1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 GPS and TF1 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 GPS and TF1.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged WG-2 GPS will be behind in sensor tech.
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Portrait Comparison
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Portrait photography camera
you can focus manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect autofocus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
good resolution (16MP)
offers face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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environment proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers touch to focus
weather proof
lighter than others in class (152g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Pentax WG-2 GPS Sports photography info
Sony TF1 Sports photography info
good resolution (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proof
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (240 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
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Pentax WG-2 GPS Travel photography features
Sony TF1 Travel photography features
environment proof
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lighter than others in class (152g)
weather proof
offers touch to focus
good resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
bad battery pack (240 shots)
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.6)
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Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Landscape photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Landscape photography camera
you can focus manually
relatively wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
good resolution (16MP)
environment proof
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
quite wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
weather proof
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
bad battery pack (240 shots)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Pentax WG-2 GPS Vlogging info
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relatively wide (28mm)
comes with face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have microphone socket
quite wide (25mm)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focusing
lighter than others in class (152 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone support
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony TF1 Specifications
| Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
| Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2013-06-21 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.6-4.7 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.40 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 198g (0.44 lb) | 152g (0.34 lb) |
| Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $300 | $266 |