Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Below is a extended assessment of the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ-16 iHS was introduced 6 months earlier than the WG-3 GPS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS scores versus the WG-3 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-16 iHS & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has exterior measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Pentax WG-3 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS compared to the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-16 iHS and WG-3 GPS is 89 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-16 iHS and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should take the age of the cameras into account.