Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic LX100 II vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the LX100 II (17MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable but the LX100 II (Four Thirds) and WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The LX100 II was revealed 5 years later than the WG-3 GPS and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the LX100 II scores against the WG-3 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX100 II Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX100 II has outside dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 64mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the LX100 II compared to the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LX100 II and WG-3 GPS is 81 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LX100 II and WG-3 GPS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LX100 II using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic LX100 II will provide extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent LX100 II is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.