Pentax WG-3 vs Sony W610

Here, we will be reviewing the Pentax WG-3 and Sony W610, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The WG-3 was introduced 19 months after the W610 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the WG-3 grades vs the W610 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-3 provides exterior dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony W610 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-3 and Sony W610 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-3 compared to the W610.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and W610 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and W610.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-3 to render more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher WG-3 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.