Kodak M580 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Here, we will be matching up the Kodak M580 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Kodak and Pentax. The image resolution of the M580 (14MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The M580 was unveiled 5 years prior to the WG-3 GPS which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M580 grades vs the WG-3 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M580 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak M580 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Kodak M580 provides outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the M580 against the WG-3 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M580 and WG-3 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.

Often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M580 and WG-3 GPS.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide you with more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged M580 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.