Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FP3 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was introduced 19 months prior to the WG-1 GPS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the FP3 scores vs the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP3 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP3 against the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older FP3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.