Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony ZV-1
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Introduced May 2020
- Later Model is Sony ZV-1 II
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony ZV-1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is very comparable but the WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") posses different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe WG-3 GPS was launched 7 years prior to the ZV-1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WG-3 GPS matches up vs the ZV-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 GPS & Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Sony ZV-1
WG-3 GPS | ZV-1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
ZV-1 | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Introduced | May 2020 | July 2013 | Newer by 83 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony ZV-1
WG-3 GPS | ZV-1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. 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) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Sony ZV-1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the ZV-1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and ZV-1 is 90 and 88 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 GPS and ZV-1.
Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-3 GPS due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony ZV-1 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged WG-3 GPS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 GPS | Sony ZV-1 |
Class | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-07-19 | 2020-05-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 238 gr (0.52 lb) | 294 gr (0.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 260 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $350 | $750 |