Pentax WG-3 vs Sony W830

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony W830, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the W830 (20MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was unveiled 5 months earlier than the W830 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-3 matches up versus the W830 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-3 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 provides 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) while the Sony W830 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony W830 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the WG-3 compared to the W830.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-3 and W830 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 and W830.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W830 to give you more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively.