Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2x
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced July 2013
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Launched February 2011
- Succeeded the Sigma DP2s
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2x Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2x, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sigma. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the WG-3 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-3 was unveiled 2 years later than the DP2x and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-3 grades vs the DP2x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2x Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 & Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Sigma DP2x
WG-3 | DP2x | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | February 2011 | Fresher by 30 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2x over the Pentax WG-3
DP2x | WG-3 |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Sigma DP2x
WG-3 | DP2x | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2x Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 offers outer dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
See the Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the WG-3 and the DP2x.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and DP2x is 90 and 86 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2x Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 and DP2x.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Pentax WG-3 will provide you with more detail having an extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger WG-3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sigma DP2x Specifications
Pentax WG-3 | Sigma DP2x | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax WG-3 | Sigma DP2x |
Class | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-07-19 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | True II |
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 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 grams (0.51 lb) | 280 grams (0.62 lb) |
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 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 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $699 |