Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Following is a in depth assessment of the Olympus VR-320 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VR-320 was brought out 24 months prior to the WG-3 GPS making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the VR-320 grades versus the WG-3 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VR-320 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VR-320 has exterior measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the VR-320 versus the WG-3 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the VR-320 and WG-3 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the VR-320 and WG-3 GPS.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged VR-320 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.