Pentax WG-3 vs Sony WX220
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sony WX220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced July 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Launched February 2014
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On this page, we are looking at the Pentax WG-3 vs Sony WX220, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-3 (16MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-3 was unveiled 6 months before the WX220 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WG-3 scores against the WX220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Sony WX220
| WG-3 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Pentax WG-3
| WX220 | WG-3 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax WG-3 and Sony WX220
| WG-3 | WX220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2013 |  | February 2014 | Same generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Absent Touch display |
Pentax WG-3 vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 comes with physical dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony WX220 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WG-3 and the WX220.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 and WX220 is 90 and 96 respectively.
Pentax WG-3 vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-3 and WX220.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX220 to result in extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively.
Pentax WG-3 vs Sony WX220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-3 vs Sony WX220 Specifications
| Pentax WG-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
| Model type | Pentax WG-3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 |
| Type | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2013-07-19 | 2014-02-12 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Bionz X |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.40 m | 3.70 m (with Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 230g (0.51 lb) | 121g (0.27 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 photos | 210 photos |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $300 | $198 |
