Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony W560

Below, we will be evaluating the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony W560, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the W560 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was brought out 2 years later than the W560 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the WG-3 GPS grades against the W560 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 GPS provides physical measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Sony W560 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the W560.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 GPS and W560 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and W560.

All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 GPS to provide more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer WG-3 GPS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.