Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX99
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX99 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
- Released July 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3-inch Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 242g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Launched September 2018

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX99 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony HX99, former is 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 HX99 (18MP) is fairly close but the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) use different sensor dimensions.

The WG-3 GPS was introduced 6 years before the HX99 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-3 GPS matches up versus the HX99 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX99 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Sony HX99
WG-3 GPS | HX99 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX99 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
HX99 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Launched | September 2018 | ![]() | July 2013 | More modern by 62 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony HX99
WG-3 GPS | HX99 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical display sizing |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX99 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 GPS features exterior measurements 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 HX99 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).
Compare the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony HX99 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-3 GPS vs the HX99.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and HX99 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX99 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and HX99.
As you can see, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-3 GPS having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony HX99 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged WG-3 GPS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX99 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX99 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-07-19 | 2018-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3-inch |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 638 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.5x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 5.40 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p, 120p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 238 grams (0.52 pounds) | 242 grams (0.53 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 360 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $469 |