Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-Z800 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z800 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WG-3 GPS and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-Z800 grades vs the WG-3 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z800 has physical measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-Z800 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z800 against the WG-3 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z800 and WG-3 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z800 and WG-3 GPS.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 GPS to resolve more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z800 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.