Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax WG-3

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Pentax WG-3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and WG-3 (16MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and WG-3 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The XZ-2 iHS was revealed 7 months earlier than the WG-3 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the XZ-2 iHS scores versus the WG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus XZ-2 iHS & Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are available at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS provides physical measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Pentax WG-3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the XZ-2 iHS versus the WG-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-2 iHS and WG-3 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-2 iHS and WG-3.

To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The XZ-2 iHS with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax WG-3 will render extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older XZ-2 iHS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.