Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony a1
90 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
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61 Imaging
81 Features
93 Overall
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony a1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2013
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Introduced January 2021
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony a1 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony a1, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and a1 (50MP) and the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe WG-3 GPS was released 8 years prior to the a1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the WG-3 GPS scores vs the a1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony a1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Sony a1
WG-3 GPS | a1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
a1 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Introduced | January 2021 | July 2013 | More recent by 91 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1440k | 460k | Sharper screen (+980k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony a1
WG-3 GPS | a1 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS provides exterior measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony a1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-3 GPS against the a1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and a1 is 90 and 61 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and a1.
Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-3 GPS because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony a1 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 34MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older WG-3 GPS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony a1 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Alpha a1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Alpha a1 |
Type | Waterproof | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-07-19 | 2021-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 50 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 8640 x 5760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 133 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 9,437 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 30.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/400s |
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) | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 7680x4320 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 238 gr (0.52 pounds) | 737 gr (1.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
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 | 240 shots | 530 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
Retail cost | $350 | $6,498 |