PixPro WPZ2vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
Starting from £100 new
Best for Water sports, beach holidays & outdoor adventures on a budget
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Water Sports, Beach Holidays & Outdoor Adventures On A Budget — PixPro WPZ2 (2021): A practical, affordable waterproof camera for those who want a traditional zoom compact rather than a GoPro-style action camera.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
PixPro WPZ2 (2021)
- Snorkellers and divers who want a traditional zoom compact underwater
- Holiday photographers who want one rugged camera for beach and travel
- Buyers who want waterproofing deeper than GoPro without a housing
- Budget-conscious adventurers who don't need 4K video
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The olympus om-d e-m5 iii has the highest resolution at 20mp; the pixpro wpz2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | PixPro WPZ2 (2021) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £100 | £699 |
| Sensor | 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 16.0MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 1080p/30fps, 720p/60fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | TTL contrast-detect autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | Digital image stabilisation | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 3fps | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~200 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~194g | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 115 × 66 × 32mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None — 3.0" LCD screen only | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" LCD | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Standard 1/4" tripod thread | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | microSD up to 512GB | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | PixPro WPZ2 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Underwater | — | |
| Adventure & Sports | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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