Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-1

The following is a in depth overview of the Olympus SH-3 and Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was introduced 5 years after the WG-1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SH-3 matches up against the WG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus SH-3 offers exterior measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SH-3 and Pentax WG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SH-3 vs the WG-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and WG-1 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-3 and WG-1.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-3 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent SH-3 will have an advantage in sensor technology.