Pentax WG-3 vs Sony A100

Below is a in depth assessment of the Pentax WG-3 versus Sony A100, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and A100 (10MP) and the WG-3 (1/2.3") and A100 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-3 was brought out 7 years later than the A100 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-3 matches up against the A100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-3 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 has got exterior measurements 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 Sony A100 has sizing of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WG-3 versus Sony A100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-3 against the A100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 and A100 is 90 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and A100.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-3 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Pentax WG-3 will offer you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern WG-3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.