Panasonic F5 vs Pentax WG-3

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic F5 versus Pentax WG-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The F5 was launched 6 months before the WG-3 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the F5 grades versus the WG-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 enjoys outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic F5 versus Pentax WG-3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the F5 compared to the WG-3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the F5 and WG-3 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the F5 and WG-3.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.