FujiFilm S2500HD vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Its time to take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was introduced 4 years prior to the WG-3 GPS and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S2500HD matches up vs the WG-3 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2500HD has external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S2500HD versus the WG-3 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and WG-3 GPS is 78 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide you with extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older S2500HD will be behind in sensor technology.