Pentax WG-3 vs Pentax XG-1

Below is a thorough comparison of the Pentax WG-3 and Pentax XG-1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Pentax. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was released 12 months prior to the XG-1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-3 grades vs the XG-1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 and Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 enjoys outside 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) and the Pentax XG-1 has sizing of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-3 and Pentax XG-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-3 compared to the XG-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and XG-1 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 and XG-1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you have to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older WG-3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.