Kodak M341 vs Pentax WG-3
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Kodak M341 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched July 2013
Kodak M341 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Kodak M341 versus Pentax WG-3, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the M341 (12MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe M341 was manufactured 5 years before the WG-3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Kodak M341 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the M341 grades vs the WG-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Kodak M341 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M341 & Pentax WG-3. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M341 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M341 over the Pentax WG-3
M341 | WG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Kodak M341
WG-3 | M341 | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | July 2009 | Fresher by 48 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M341 and Pentax WG-3
M341 | WG-3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Kodak M341 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak M341 has outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M341 versus Pentax WG-3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the M341 versus the WG-3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M341 and WG-3 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Kodak M341 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the M341 and WG-3.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WG-3 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older M341 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Kodak M341 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M341 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare M341 | Pentax WG-3 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-07-29 | 2013-07-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7003 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $130 | $300 |