Casio EX-Z29 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Below, we are looking at the Casio EX-Z29 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z29 was launched 5 years before the WG-3 GPS which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z29 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z29 scores against the WG-3 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z29 comes with external measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z29 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z29 versus the WG-3 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z29 and WG-3 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z29 and WG-3 GPS.

All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z29 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Pentax WG-3 GPS will render greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.