Pentax WG-3 vs Sony A390

Its time to take a closer look at the Pentax WG-3 versus Sony A390, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the A390 (14MP) is pretty similar but the WG-3 (1/2.3") and A390 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-3 was brought out 3 years later than the A390 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the WG-3 scores versus the A390 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Sony A390 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 comes with outer measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony A390 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 versus Sony A390 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-3 against the A390.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 and A390 is 90 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and A390.

Plainly, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-3 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Pentax WG-3 will offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer WG-3 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.