Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax WG-3

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax WG-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was revealed 18 months prior to the WG-3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SZ7 matches up against the WG-3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ7 provides physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic SZ7 vs Pentax WG-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ7 and the WG-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ7 and WG-3.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 to provide greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SZ7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.