Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was brought out 5 years before the WG-3 GPS which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FX580 grades against the WG-3 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has sizing of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX580 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FX580 versus the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and WG-3 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to resolve greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FX580 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.