Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh GR Digital III

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh GR Digital III, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and GR Digital III (10MP) and the WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor size.

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The WG-2 GPS was revealed 2 years later than the GR Digital III and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-2 GPS grades against the GR Digital III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Ricoh GR Digital III. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax WG-2 GPS features exterior measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has specifications of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Ricoh GR Digital III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the WG-2 GPS and the GR Digital III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 GPS and GR Digital III is 91 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 GPS and GR Digital III.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-2 GPS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Pentax WG-2 GPS will offer you greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer WG-2 GPS provides an edge in sensor technology.