Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Sony ZV-1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.