Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Panasonic FH27 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Pentax WG-3 GPS has external dimensions of 125 x 64 x 33 mm (4.9 x 2.5 x 1.3″) and weighs 238 g (0.52 lb / 8.40 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FH27 has external dimensions of 99 x 57 x 28 mm (3.9 x 2.24 x 1.1″) and weighs 152 g (0.34 lb / 5.36 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Pentax WG-3 GPS and the Panasonic FH27. Panasonic FH27 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 26mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Pentax WG-3 GPS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Panasonic FH27.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic FH27 is significantly lighter (86g ) than the Pentax WG-3 GPS which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the WG-3 GPS, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the FH27.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Pentax WG-3 GPS and Panasonic FH27's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.