Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax WG-3

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax WG-3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm S9800 was introduced 19 months after the WG-3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm S9800 matches up vs the WG-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9800 and Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S9800 enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and 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).

Analyze the Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax WG-3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the WG-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9800 and WG-3 is 61 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S9800 and WG-3.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you may want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm S9800 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.