Panasonic SZ10 vs Pentax WG-3

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was introduced 18 months later than the WG-3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ10 grades versus the WG-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ10 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic SZ10 and Pentax WG-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ10 versus the WG-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ10 and WG-3 is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ10 and WG-3.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SZ10 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.