Pentax WG-3 vs Sony W730

Lets look more in depth at the Pentax WG-3 and Sony W730, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was unveiled 7 months after the W730 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-3 scores versus the W730 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 provides outside dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-3 and Sony W730 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the WG-3 versus the W730.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and W730 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-3 and W730.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent WG-3 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.