Olympus SH-2 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Below is a complete comparison of the Olympus SH-2 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SH-2 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SH-2 was unveiled 20 months later than the WG-3 GPS which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SH-2 matches up vs the WG-3 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SH-2 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-2 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SH-2 vs the WG-3 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-2 and WG-3 GPS is 88 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-2 and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images although you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SH-2 should have a benefit in sensor tech.