Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax WG-3

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic LS5 vs Pentax WG-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was announced 24 months prior to the WG-3 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the LS5 matches up against the WG-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 & Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LS5 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LS5 has external dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the LS5 versus the WG-3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the LS5 and WG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LS5 and WG-3.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-3 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged LS5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.