Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Below, we will be looking at the Casio EX-S5 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was brought out 5 years earlier than the WG-3 GPS and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the EX-S5 matches up vs the WG-3 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S5 has external dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-S5 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-S5 and the WG-3 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S5 and WG-3 GPS is 97 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S5 and WG-3 GPS.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to result in more detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older EX-S5 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.