Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax WG-3

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax WG-3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

The FS15 was revealed 5 years before the WG-3 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FS15 grades against the WG-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 offers external measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS15 vs Pentax WG-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FS15 versus the WG-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The image here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and WG-3.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 to give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.