Panasonic SZ5 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ5 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the WG-3 GPS so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SZ5 grades against the WG-3 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ5 has got physical dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ5 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ5 versus the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ5 and WG-3 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ5 and WG-3 GPS.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SZ5 will be behind in sensor innovation.