Panasonic G100 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic G100 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The G100 was introduced 7 years later than the WG-3 GPS and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the G100 scores against the WG-3 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G100 offers external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements 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 Panasonic G100 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the G100 and the WG-3 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and WG-3 GPS is 81 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G100 and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G100 having a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G100 will offer you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher G100 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.