Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W370
90 Imaging
40 Features
43 Overall
41
94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
31
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced July 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2010
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W370 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony W370, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-3 GPS was brought out 3 years later than the W370 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the WG-3 GPS grades versus the W370 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W370 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Sony W370
WG-3 GPS | W370 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | July 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 43 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
W370 | WG-3 GPS |
---|
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony W370
WG-3 GPS | W370 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 GPS comes with physical dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony W370 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the WG-3 GPS vs the W370.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and W370 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 GPS and W370.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer WG-3 GPS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W370 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-07-19 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.40 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 238g (0.52 lb) | 179g (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $350 | $230 |