Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony TX20
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony TX20 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
- Introduced July 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched February 2012
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony TX20 Overview
Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony TX20, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-3 GPS was introduced 17 months later than the TX20 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WG-3 GPS scores against the TX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony TX20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Sony TX20
WG-3 GPS | TX20 | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
TX20 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony TX20
WG-3 GPS | TX20 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-3 GPS features 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) and the Sony TX20 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony TX20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the WG-3 GPS and the TX20.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and TX20 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and TX20.
All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer WG-3 GPS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony TX20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Class | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-07-19 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 238 grams (0.52 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 250 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $330 |