Olympus TG-4 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus TG-4 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-4 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-4 was announced 22 months later than the WG-3 GPS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the TG-4 scores vs the WG-3 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-4 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-4 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-4 comes with exterior measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Olympus TG-4 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the TG-4 vs the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the TG-4 and WG-3 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-4 and WG-3 GPS.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images but you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-4 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.