Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax WG-2

The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic GF3 and Pentax WG-2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the GF3 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF3 was released 6 months earlier than the WG-2 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the GF3 scores vs the WG-2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF3 features external measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GF3 and Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the GF3 versus the WG-2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and WG-2 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GF3 and WG-2.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF3 because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Pentax WG-2 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively.