Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

The following is a detailed assessment of the Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the VH-410 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VH-410 was launched 11 months earlier than the WG-3 GPS which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the VH-410 grades vs the WG-3 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VH-410 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus VH-410 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VH-410 comes with outside measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VH-410 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the VH-410 and the WG-3 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the VH-410 and WG-3 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The image here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the VH-410 and WG-3 GPS.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged VH-410 is going to be behind in sensor technology.