Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX80

Its time to examine more in depth at the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony HX80, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was launched 3 years earlier than the HX80 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the WG-3 GPS matches up against the HX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 GPS comes with physical measurements 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 Sony HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony HX80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-3 GPS against the HX80.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and HX80 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and HX80.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX80 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older WG-3 GPS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.