Pentax WG-3 vs Sony W710

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax WG-3 and Sony W710, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was launched 7 months after the W710 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the WG-3 grades versus the W710 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 features external 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 W710 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WG-3 and Sony W710 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-3 vs the W710.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 and W710 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and W710.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.