Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro 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)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- No Video
- 45mm (F2.8) lens
- 395g - 161 x 67 x 82mm
- Introduced February 2014
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Overview
Let's look much closer at the Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sigma. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the DP2 Quattro (20MP) is very well matched but the WG-3 (1/2.3") and DP2 Quattro (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-3 was introduced 6 months prior to the DP2 Quattro so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 Quattro being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the WG-3 grades versus the DP2 Quattro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 and Sigma DP2 Quattro. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Sigma DP2 Quattro Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Sigma DP2 Quattro
WG-3 | DP2 Quattro |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Quattro over the Pentax WG-3
DP2 Quattro | WG-3 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Sigma DP2 Quattro
WG-3 | DP2 Quattro | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | February 2014 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 offers exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 Quattro has sizing of 161mm x 67mm x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-3 vs the DP2 Quattro.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and DP2 Quattro is 90 and 70 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and DP2 Quattro.
To sum up, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sigma DP2 Quattro will give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively.
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2 Quattro Specifications
Pentax WG-3 | Sigma DP2 Quattro | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 | Sigma DP2 Quattro |
Class | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-07-19 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TRUE III engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5424 x 3616 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 45mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 pounds) | 395 gr (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 161 x 67 x 82mm (6.3" x 2.6" x 3.2") |
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 | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $931 |