Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax WG-2

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax WG-2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the LX3 (10MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the LX3 (1/1.63") and WG-2 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The LX3 was announced 4 years prior to the WG-2 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the LX3 grades versus the WG-2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic LX3 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX3 features external dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic LX3 vs Pentax WG-2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the LX3 vs the WG-2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX3 and WG-2 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX3 and WG-2.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The LX3 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Pentax WG-2 will resolve greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged LX3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.