Pentax WG-1 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Here is a in depth comparison of the Pentax WG-1 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, both Waterproof cameras and both are produced by Pentax. The resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was introduced 3 years prior to the WG-3 GPS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the WG-1 grades against the WG-3 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-1 has physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Pentax WG-1 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-1 versus the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and WG-3 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older WG-1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.