Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony QX10

Below, we are looking at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony QX10, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Lens-style by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was brought out within a month of the QX10 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-3 GPS grades versus the QX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 GPS provides external measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-3 GPS vs the QX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and QX10 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 GPS and QX10.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony QX10 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively.