Pentax WG-3 vs Sony HX200V

In this article, we will be analyzing the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony HX200V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was launched 15 months later than the HX200V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the WG-3 matches up vs the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 offers physical dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony HX200V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the WG-3 and the HX200V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and HX200V is 90 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 and HX200V.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX200V to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent WG-3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.