Pentax WG-3 vs Sony TX30
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sony TX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched July 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
- Launched July 2013
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In this article, we will be evaluating the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony TX30, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-3 was launched very close to the TX30 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WG-3 matches up versus the TX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Sony TX30
| WG-3 | TX30 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Pentax WG-3
| TX30 | WG-3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3.3" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 1229k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+769k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Sony TX30
| WG-3 | TX30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2013 |  | July 2013 | Same generation |
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Pentax WG-3 vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-3 comes with outside 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 TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony TX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WG-3 compared to the TX30.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and TX30 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 and TX30.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony TX30 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sony TX30 Specifications
| Pentax WG-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax WG-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 |
| Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2013-07-19 | 2013-07-26 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3.3" |
| Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | OLED monitor |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.40 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 230 grams (0.51 pounds) | 141 grams (0.31 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 photographs | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $300 | $230 |
