Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-3

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was released 14 months prior to the WG-3 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ZS20 matches up vs the WG-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS20 has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS20 vs Pentax WG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS20 compared to the WG-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS20 and WG-3 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS20 and WG-3.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax WG-3 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older ZS20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.