Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma fp L

Here, we are analyzing the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma fp L, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The WG-3 GPS was unveiled 8 years before the fp L and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WG-3 GPS matches up vs the fp L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sigma fp L. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS comes with outside dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sigma fp L in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-3 GPS vs the fp L.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and fp L is 90 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 GPS and fp L.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 GPS with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp L will deliver more detail having an extra 45MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older WG-3 GPS is going to be behind in sensor technology.