Pentax WG-2 vs Sony NEX-3N
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Pentax WG-2 vs Sony NEX-3N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 110 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Replaced the Sony NEX-F3
- New Model is Sony a5000
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony NEX-3N Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax WG-2 vs Sony NEX-3N, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is pretty similar but the WG-2 (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe WG-2 was revealed 12 months before the NEX-3N which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-2 grades versus the NEX-3N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony NEX-3N Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Sony NEX-3N
WG-2 | NEX-3N |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-3N over the Pentax WG-2
NEX-3N | WG-2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | February 2012 | More modern by 12 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Pentax WG-2 and Sony NEX-3N
WG-2 | NEX-3N | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony NEX-3N Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-2 comes with outer measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Examine the Pentax WG-2 vs Sony NEX-3N in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-2 and the NEX-3N.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 and NEX-3N is 91 and 89 respectively.
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony NEX-3N Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 and NEX-3N.
As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The WG-2 includes the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh more difficult. The more aged WG-2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax WG-2 vs Sony NEX-3N Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax Optio WG-2 | Sony Alpha NEX-3N |
Category | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2013-02-25 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
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 | 192g (0.42 lbs) | 269g (0.59 lbs) |
Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 110 x 62 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1067 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | 480 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $350 | $399 |