Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony WX5

Let's look a little more closely at the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony WX5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was revealed 3 years later than the WX5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the WG-3 GPS matches up against the WX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 GPS enjoys 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 WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-3 GPS versus Sony WX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-3 GPS against the WX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 GPS and WX5 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 GPS and WX5.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 GPS to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern WG-3 GPS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.