Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Launched January 2011
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2013
Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Kodak Sport versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by companies Kodak and Pentax. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Sport (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Sport was unveiled 3 years before the WG-3 GPS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the Sport matches up against the WG-3 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Sport & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The full galleries are available at Kodak Sport Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
Sport | WG-3 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Kodak Sport
WG-3 GPS | Sport | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 30 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 112k | Clearer screen (+348k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Sport and Pentax WG-3 GPS
Sport | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Sport features outside measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Sport versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Sport against the WG-3 GPS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Sport and WG-3 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.
Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Sport and WG-3 GPS.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged Sport will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Kodak Sport vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Pentax |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-04 | 2013-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.4" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 112k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 238 gr (0.52 lb) |
Dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $155 | $350 |