Leica C vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

The following is a extended comparison of the Leica C versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Leica and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the C (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the C (1/1.7") and WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The C was manufactured 2 months after the WG-3 GPS so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the C grades versus the WG-3 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Leica C Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Leica C has got exterior dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Leica C versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the C and the WG-3 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the C and WG-3 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the C and WG-3 GPS.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The C because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax WG-3 GPS will give more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.