Pentax WG-3 vs Sony A290

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony A290, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the A290 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the WG-3 (1/2.3") and A290 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-3 was revealed 3 years later than the A290 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the WG-3 scores vs the A290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Sony A290 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 enjoys exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony A290 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony A290 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-3 and the A290.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 and A290 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The visual here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and A290.

All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Pentax WG-3 will give you more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger WG-3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.