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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41
Pentax WG-3 GPS front
 
Sigma DP2x front
Portability
86
Imaging
45
Features
31
Overall
39

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs

Pentax WG-3 GPS
(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
  • Announced July 2013
Sigma DP2x
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Old Model is Sigma DP2s
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sigma. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The WG-3 GPS was announced 2 years after the DP2x which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the WG-3 GPS grades vs the DP2x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Sigma DP2x

 WG-3 GPS DP2x 
ReleasedJuly 2013February 2011More modern by 30 months
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Pentax WG-3 GPS

 DP2x WG-3 GPS 

Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sigma DP2x

 WG-3 GPS DP2x 
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS features outer dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the DP2x.

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and DP2x is 90 and 86 respectively.

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x top view buttons comparison

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison

Normally, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 GPS and DP2x.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WG-3 GPS using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax WG-3 GPS will deliver more detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images more aggressively. The younger WG-3 GPS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x sensor size comparison

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WG-3 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Portrait photography camera
41
you can focus manually
MP count good (16MP)
has face detect focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
57
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
low resolution sensor (5MP)
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Street Comparison

Pentax WG-3 GPS as a Street photography camera
Sigma DP2x as a Street photography camera
59
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competitors (238 grams)
68
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than competitors (280g)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WG-3 GPS Sports photography advice
Sigma DP2x Sports photography advice
45
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
weather proof
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (240 per charge)
has no phase detect auto focus
30
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
slow fps (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Pentax WG-3 GPS
Travel photography with Sigma DP2x
69
weather proof
MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
not so great battery pack (240 shots)
heavier than competitors (238 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
67
lighter than competitors (280 grams)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Pentax WG-3 GPS
Landscape photography with Sigma DP2x
54
you can focus manually
fairly wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16MP)
weather proof
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
not so great battery pack (240 CIPA)
48
has manual focus
very good maximum aperture (f)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Pentax WG-3 GPS
Vlogging with Sigma DP2x
34
fairly wide (25mm)
fast max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have mic socket
heavier than competitors (238g)
28
very good maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competitors (280 grams)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (320 x 240 pixels)
missing external mic port
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma DP2x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sigma DP2x
 Pentax WG-3 GPSSigma DP2x
General Information
Brand Pentax Sigma
Model type Pentax WG-3 GPS Sigma DP2x
Type Waterproof Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2013-07-19 2011-02-08
Body design Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - True II
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 2640 x 1760
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 125 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 41mm (1x)
Max aperture f/2.0-4.9 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 1.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 460k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 15 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.40 m 4.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 320x240
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 238 gr (0.52 lb) 280 gr (0.62 lb)
Physical dimensions 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
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 photos -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal SD/SDHC/MMC
Storage slots One One
Launch price $350 $699