Panasonic FP7 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was brought out 3 years before the WG-3 GPS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FP7 scores vs the WG-3 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 provides outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP7 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FP7 and the WG-3 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and WG-3 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The picture below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FP7 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.