Pentax WG-3 vs Sony W650

Here, we will be comparing the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony W650, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was revealed 19 months later than the W650 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the WG-3 scores versus the W650 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 enjoys outside measurements 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 W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-3 versus the W650.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 and W650 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and W650.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher WG-3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.