Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2
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Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Older Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SH-3 was launched 4 years later than the WG-2 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SH-3 grades versus the WG-2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Pentax WG-2
SH-3 | WG-2 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | February 2012 | Fresher by 49 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Olympus SH-3
WG-2 | SH-3 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SH-3 and Pentax WG-2
SH-3 | WG-2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SH-3 has outer 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) while the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SH-3 vs the WG-2.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SH-3 and WG-2 is 88 and 91 respectively.
Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-3 and WG-2.
To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of images though you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SH-3 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2016-02-08 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.5 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 lbs) | 192g (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-92B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $579 | $350 |