Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax WG-3

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax WG-3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ5 was announced 12 months prior to the WG-3 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ5 grades versus the WG-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 & Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ5 comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ5 vs the WG-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ5 and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ5 and WG-3.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SZ5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.