Olympus SZ-31MR iHS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Its time to take a deeper look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-31MR iHS was brought out 17 months before the WG-3 GPS which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SZ-31MR iHS scores against the WG-3 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-31MR iHS and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-31MR iHS provides exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-31MR iHS versus the WG-3 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-31MR iHS and WG-3 GPS is 89 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-31MR iHS and WG-3 GPS.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-31MR iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.