Pentax E90 vs Pentax WG-3
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Pentax E90 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-95mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 145g - 102 x 59 x 25mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2013
Pentax E90 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Pentax E90 vs Pentax WG-3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the E90 (10MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The E90 was brought out 4 years earlier than the WG-3 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the E90 grades against the WG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax E90 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E90 & Pentax WG-3. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax E90 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E90 over the Pentax WG-3
E90 | WG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Pentax E90
WG-3 | E90 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 42 months | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax E90 and Pentax WG-3
E90 | WG-3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Pentax E90 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax E90 provides physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check the Pentax E90 vs Pentax WG-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the E90 against the WG-3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E90 and WG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Pentax E90 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E90 and WG-3.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-3 to offer you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older E90 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax E90 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Pentax Optio E90 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
Model | Pentax Optio E90 | Pentax WG-3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-25 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-95mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 6cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 gr (0.32 lb) | 230 gr (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $100 | $300 |