Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony RX100 III

Let's look closer at the Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony RX100 III, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the RX100 III (20MP) is relatively comparable but the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and RX100 III (1") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-3 GPS was introduced 10 months prior to the RX100 III which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 III being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WG-3 GPS scores versus the RX100 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Sony RX100 III Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS features exterior dimensions 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 RX100 III has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 290 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-3 GPS versus the RX100 III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and RX100 III is 90 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and RX100 III.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-3 GPS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony RX100 III will show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged WG-3 GPS will be behind in sensor tech.