Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W370

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.