Casio EX-H20G vs Pentax WG-3

Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-H20G and Pentax WG-3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-H20G scores against the WG-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-H20G offers outside dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 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).

Examine the Casio EX-H20G and Pentax WG-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-H20G versus the WG-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H20G and WG-3 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and WG-3.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-H20G is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.