Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS 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
- Revealed February 2016
- Older Model is Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012
Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
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").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-3 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
SH-3 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Announced | February 2016 | February 2012 | More recent by 49 months | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Olympus SH-3
WG-2 GPS | SH-3 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus SH-3 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
SH-3 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
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.
Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
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.
Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus SH-3 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SH-3 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2016-02-08 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VII | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.5 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 lbs) | 198g (0.44 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 images | 260 images |
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 media | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $579 | $300 |