Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WG-3

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FP7 versus Pentax WG-3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was announced 3 years earlier than the WG-3 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FP7 scores vs the WG-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP7 has physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has sizing 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 FP7 versus Pentax WG-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FP7 vs the WG-3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and WG-3.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FP7 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.