Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony WX10

Below, we will be looking at the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony WX10, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was manufactured 2 years after the WX10 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the WG-3 GPS scores versus the WX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 GPS has got outside measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony WX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-3 GPS and the WX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and WX10 is 90 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and WX10.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern WG-3 GPS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.