Casio EX-ZR300 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Below is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-ZR300 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR300 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR300 was manufactured 14 months prior to the WG-3 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the EX-ZR300 grades versus the WG-3 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR300 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR300 provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while 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).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR300 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR300 versus the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR300 and WG-3 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR300 and WG-3 GPS.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos however you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.