Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced August 2011
(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
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched July 2013
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, both Waterproof cameras and both are produced by Pentax. The image resolution of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The WG-1 GPS was launched 23 months before the WG-3 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WG-1 GPS grades vs the WG-3 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
WG-1 GPS | WG-3 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
WG-3 GPS | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 23 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Pentax WG-3 GPS
WG-1 GPS | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS offers outside measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check the Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the WG-1 GPS and the WG-3 GPS.
![Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS size comparison Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-1-GPS-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 GPS and WG-3 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.
![Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS top view buttons comparison Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-1-GPS-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-1 GPS and WG-3 GPS.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-3 GPS to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older WG-1 GPS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
![Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS sensor size comparison Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-1-GPS-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-08-16 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 lbs) | 238g (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 | 260 photos | 240 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $350 |