Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A3000
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A3000 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Launched August 2013
- Replacement is Sony a3500
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A3000 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A3000, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-3 GPS was launched around the same time to the A3000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WG-3 GPS scores against the A3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A3000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Sony A3000
WG-3 GPS | A3000 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
A3000 | WG-3 GPS |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony A3000
WG-3 GPS | A3000 | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | August 2013 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 GPS comes with outer dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony A3000 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A3000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-3 GPS and the A3000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and A3000 is 90 and 69 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and A3000.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 GPS because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A3000 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively.
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A3000 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Alpha A3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Alpha A3000 |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-07-19 | 2013-08-27 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ image |
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 | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 |
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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 238g (0.52 lbs) | 411g (0.91 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1068 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | 470 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $350 | $398 |