Pentax WG-2 vs Pentax WG-3

Here, we are matching up the Pentax WG-2 and Pentax WG-3, both Waterproof cameras and they are both created by Pentax. The resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was brought out 17 months earlier than the WG-3 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-2 grades vs the WG-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Pentax WG-3. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-2 has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-2 and Pentax WG-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-2 against the WG-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and WG-3 is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 and WG-3.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older WG-2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.