Fujifilm F660EXR vs Pentax WG-3

Following is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm F660EXR and Pentax WG-3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and WG-3 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F660EXR was launched 18 months prior to the WG-3 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm F660EXR grades vs the WG-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR & Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F660EXR has physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F660EXR and Pentax WG-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR compared to the WG-3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F660EXR and WG-3 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F660EXR and WG-3.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F660EXR uses the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field easier. The more aged Fujifilm F660EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.