Olympus TG-5 vs Pentax WG-3

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus TG-5 versus Pentax WG-3, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was brought out 3 years later than the WG-3 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TG-5 grades against the WG-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Tough TG-5 & Pentax WG-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-5 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-5 has got physical measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the TG-5 vs the WG-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-5 and WG-3 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-5 and WG-3.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 to offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger TG-5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.