Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX9V

Below is a thorough comparison of the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony HX9V, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was announced 2 years later than the HX9V and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the WG-3 GPS grades vs the HX9V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS has exterior dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-3 GPS against the HX9V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and HX9V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and HX9V.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files but you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer WG-3 GPS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.