Casio EX-Z16 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Following is a detailed review of the Casio EX-Z16 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was announced 3 years before the WG-3 GPS which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the WG-3 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z16 features physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has sizing of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and WG-3 GPS is 99 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 GPS to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z16 is going to be behind in sensor technology.