Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax WG-3
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-ZX3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched July 2013
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Panasonic ZR3 versus Pentax WG-3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZR3 was introduced 4 years earlier than the WG-3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ZR3 grades vs the WG-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Pentax WG-3
ZR3 | WG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Panasonic ZR3
WG-3 | ZR3 | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 42 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR3 and Pentax WG-3
ZR3 | WG-3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR3 features outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic ZR3 versus Pentax WG-3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ZR3 against the WG-3.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and WG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The visual here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR3 and WG-3.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WG-3 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older ZR3 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZR3 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | Pentax WG-3 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-ZX3 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-26 | 2013-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $280 | $300 |