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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Portability
83
Imaging
51
Features
62
Overall
55
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs

Panasonic G3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
  • Announced July 2011
  • Earlier Model is Panasonic G2
  • Updated by Panasonic G5
Pentax WG-1 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released August 2011
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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic G3 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly well matched but the G3 (Four Thirds) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The G3 was manufactured very close to the WG-1 GPS and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G3 matches up versus the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS

 G3 WG-1 GPS 
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Panasonic G3

 WG-1 GPS G3 

Common features in the Panasonic G3 and Pentax WG-1 GPS

 G3 WG-1 GPS 
ReleasedJuly 2011August 2011Similar generation
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing

Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G3 comes with outside measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G3 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G3 vs the WG-1 GPS.

Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and WG-1 GPS is 83 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS top view buttons comparison

Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 and WG-1 GPS.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G3 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic G3 will give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively.

Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS sensor size comparison

Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic G3 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
70
has manual focus
MP count decent (16MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
features face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
35
you can focus manually
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic G3
Street photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
75
fully articulated screen
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
supports touch to focus
no image stabilization
54
environment proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic G3
Sports photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
46
MP count decent (16MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
features tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (270 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
37
good megapixels (14MP)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic G3 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Travel photography camera
70
supports touch to focus
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
selfie friendly display
doesn't have Timelapse function
terrible battery pack (270 CIPA)
71
environment proof
good megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic G3 Landscape photography highlights
Pentax WG-1 GPS Landscape photography highlights
62
has manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
MP count decent (16MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
no image stabilization
terrible battery pack (270 per charge)
doesn't have Timelapse function
42
you can focus manually
fairly wide (28mm)
good megapixels (14MP)
environment proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic G3 Vlogging features
Pentax WG-1 GPS Vlogging features
70
selfie friendly display
built-in touchscreen
features face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
no image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone jack
25
fairly wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic G3 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
General Information
Make Panasonic Pentax
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Waterproof
Announced 2011-07-11 2011-08-16
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine FHD -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Four Thirds 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 17.3 x 13mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 224.9mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4592 x 3448 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 160 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 23 9
Lens
Lens mount type Micro Four Thirds fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Total lenses 107 -
Focal length multiplier 2.1 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 1,440 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.7x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting speed 4.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 11.00 m 3.90 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/160 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format AVCHD, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 336 grams (0.74 lbs) 167 grams (0.37 lbs)
Physical dimensions 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 56 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 21.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 10.6 not tested
DXO Low light rating 667 not tested
Other
Battery life 270 photos 260 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $500 $350