Olympus TG-5 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

The following is a in depth overview of the Olympus TG-5 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the TG-5 (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-5 was manufactured 3 years after the WG-3 GPS which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the TG-5 grades vs the WG-3 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-5 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Olympus TG-5 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-5 comes with outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus TG-5 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the TG-5 versus the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TG-5 and WG-3 GPS is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the TG-5 and WG-3 GPS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide you with more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher TG-5 will have an edge in sensor technology.