Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony A6000

The following is a detailed assessment of the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony A6000, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and A6000 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The WG-3 GPS was launched 9 months earlier than the A6000 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-3 GPS grades versus the A6000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony Alpha a6000. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony A6000 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS provides outside 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) whilst the Sony A6000 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") and a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-3 GPS against the A6000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and A6000 is 90 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and A6000.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-3 GPS due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony A6000 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged WG-3 GPS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.