Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 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
- Released July 2013
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras and both are manufactured by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-2 GPS was brought out 17 months earlier than the WG-3 GPS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the WG-2 GPS matches up vs the WG-3 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
WG-2 GPS | WG-3 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
WG-3 GPS | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Released | July 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 17 months |
Common features in the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 GPS has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions 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-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-2 GPS compared to the WG-3 GPS.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 GPS and WG-3 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 GPS and WG-3 GPS.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older WG-2 GPS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2013-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 198 grams (0.44 lbs) | 238 grams (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 240 images |
Form of battery | 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 | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $300 | $350 |