Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-3
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Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 215g - 100 x 65 x 26mm
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2013

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Olympus TG-810 versus Pentax WG-3, both Waterproof cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the TG-810 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The TG-810 was brought out 23 months earlier than the WG-3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the TG-810 grades vs the WG-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus TG-810 and Pentax WG-3. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-810 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-810 over the Pentax WG-3
TG-810 | WG-3 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Olympus TG-810
WG-3 | TG-810 | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 23 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Olympus TG-810 and Pentax WG-3
TG-810 | WG-3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-810 has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Compare the Olympus TG-810 versus Pentax WG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-810 compared to the WG-3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-810 and WG-3 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-810 and WG-3.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged TG-810 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-810 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Olympus TG-810 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus TG-810 | Pentax WG-3 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-08-16 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.20 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lb) | 230 gr (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 65 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | 240 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $428 | $300 |