Pentax WG-3 vs Sony HX99

Its time to take a deeper look at the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony HX99, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is relatively comparable but the WG-3 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) use different sensor sizes.

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The WG-3 was brought out 6 years before the HX99 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-3 grades against the HX99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 comes with physical 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) whilst the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony HX99 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-3 against the HX99.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and HX99 is 90 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 and HX99.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-3 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX99 will show more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged WG-3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.