Pentax VS20 vs Pentax WG-3

Below, we will be comparing the Pentax VS20 vs Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by Pentax. The image resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was launched 18 months before the WG-3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the VS20 scores vs the WG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio VS20 and Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax VS20 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax VS20 enjoys external dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 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).

Take a look at the Pentax VS20 vs Pentax WG-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the VS20 compared to the WG-3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VS20 and WG-3 is 90 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The graphic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VS20 and WG-3.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older VS20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.