Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax WG-1

Following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was released 13 months before the WG-1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FH3 matches up against the WG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH3 has outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH3 vs Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH3 and the WG-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and WG-1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH3 and WG-1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH3 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.