Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

On this page, we will be evaluating the Olympus SH-3 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the SH-3 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SH-3 was revealed 4 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SH-3 scores versus the WG-2 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-3 offers exterior dimensions 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-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SH-3 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SH-3 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SH-3 and WG-2 GPS is 88 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH-3 and WG-2 GPS.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SH-3 should have a benefit in sensor technology.