Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2
90 Imaging
40 Features
44 Overall
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86 Imaging
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 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
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched September 2009
- Later Model is Sigma DP2s
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Pentax WG-3 and Sigma DP2, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sigma. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the WG-3 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WG-3 was manufactured 3 years after the DP2 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-3 matches up vs the DP2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 & Sigma DP2. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Sigma DP2
WG-3 | DP2 | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | September 2009 | Newer by 47 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Pentax WG-3
DP2 | WG-3 |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Sigma DP2
WG-3 | DP2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 comes with outer dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax WG-3 and Sigma DP2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-3 compared to the DP2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 and DP2 is 90 and 86 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 and DP2.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-3 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Pentax WG-3 will render greater detail due to its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern WG-3 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Pentax WG-3 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 | Sigma DP2 |
Class | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-07-19 | 2009-09-21 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $649 |