Panasonic TS3 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Here is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic TS3 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was manufactured 23 months earlier than the WG-3 GPS which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the TS3 matches up vs the WG-3 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS3 has physical dimensions of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS3 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TS3 and the WG-3 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and WG-3 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS3 and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 GPS to give greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older TS3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.