Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax WG-3
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced July 2013

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z35 versus Pentax WG-3, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Pentax. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z35 was announced 4 years prior to the WG-3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-Z35 matches up against the WG-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Pentax WG-3
EX-Z35 | WG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Casio EX-Z35
WG-3 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Pentax WG-3
EX-Z35 | WG-3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z35 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z35 versus Pentax WG-3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z35 vs the WG-3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and WG-3 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and WG-3.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Pentax WG-3 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older EX-Z35 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Pentax WG-3 |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-02-21 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124g (0.27 pounds) | 230g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-82 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $99 | $300 |