Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax WG-3

Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic ZS15 and Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the WG-3 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ZS15 matches up against the WG-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS15 features outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS15 and Pentax WG-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS15 versus the WG-3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and WG-3 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and WG-3.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 to provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older ZS15 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.