Panasonic FH7 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH7 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was released 22 months earlier than the WG-3 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FH7 scores against the WG-3 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH7 provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH7 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH7 and the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and WG-3 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The visual below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and WG-3 GPS.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The older FH7 is going to be behind in sensor technology.