Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax WG-3

Here is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-FC100 versus Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was released 5 years earlier than the WG-3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-FC100 grades against the WG-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Pentax WG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC100 against the WG-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and WG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC100 and WG-3.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-3 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.