FujiFilm F70EXR vs Pentax WG-3

On this page, we will be matching up the FujiFilm F70EXR and Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the F70EXR (10MP) and WG-3 (16MP) and the F70EXR (1/2") and WG-3 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The F70EXR was introduced 5 years prior to the WG-3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the F70EXR scores versus the WG-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR and Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm F70EXR enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm F70EXR and Pentax WG-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the F70EXR vs the WG-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the F70EXR and WG-3 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the F70EXR and WG-3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The F70EXR with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax WG-3 will provide you with more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older F70EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.