Pentax WG-3 vs Sony H90

Here is a complete analysis of the Pentax WG-3 and Sony H90, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was released 17 months later than the H90 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WG-3 matches up versus the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-3 enjoys external dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-3 and Sony H90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-3 compared to the H90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and H90 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 and H90.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-3 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.