Olympus E-P3 vs Pentax WG-2

Below, we are contrasting the Olympus E-P3 and Pentax WG-2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the E-P3 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the E-P3 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The E-P3 was unveiled 5 months prior to the WG-2 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-P3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-P3 grades versus the WG-2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P3 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P3 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P3 provides exterior dimensions of 122mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 369 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-P3 and Pentax WG-2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the E-P3 and the WG-2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-P3 and WG-2 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P3 and WG-2.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-P3 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Pentax WG-2 will offer you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively.