Panasonic FH1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FH1 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was launched 4 years before the WG-3 GPS which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the FH1 grades against the WG-3 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH1 offers outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH1 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH1 vs the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH1 and WG-3 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH1 and WG-3 GPS.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FH1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.