Panasonic GH5S vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic GH5S vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The GH5S was manufactured 4 years after the WG-3 GPS which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH5S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GH5S grades versus the WG-3 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GH5S Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH5S has physical measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GH5S vs Pentax WG-3 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the GH5S vs the WG-3 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GH5S and WG-3 GPS is 62 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GH5S and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GH5S because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Pentax WG-3 GPS will show greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent GH5S should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.