Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony WX350

In this article, we will be evaluating the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony WX350, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was unveiled 6 months earlier than the WX350 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the WG-3 GPS matches up against the WX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 GPS features outer 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 WX350 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-3 GPS vs the WX350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and WX350 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The graphic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 GPS and WX350.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony WX350 to result in more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively.