Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax WG-3

Following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic TS6 vs Pentax WG-3, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the TS6 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS6 was revealed 18 months after the WG-3 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TS6 scores against the WG-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 and Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS6 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS6 has got outer measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has measurements 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the TS6 versus the WG-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS6 and WG-3 is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS6 and WG-3.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher TS6 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.