Panasonic FX48 vs Pentax WG-3

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was launched 5 years before the WG-3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FX48 grades versus the WG-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FX48 enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX48 versus Pentax WG-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FX48 compared to the WG-3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and WG-3.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 to show more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older FX48 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.