Pentax K-01 vs Pentax WG-2

Lets look more closely at the Pentax K-01 vs Pentax WG-2, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both are offered by Pentax. The resolution of the K-01 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively close but the K-01 (APS-C) and WG-2 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The K-01 was released 4 months after the WG-2 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the K-01 matches up vs the WG-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-01 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-01 comes with physical measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-01 vs Pentax WG-2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the K-01 and the WG-2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-01 and WG-2 is 76 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-01 and WG-2.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The K-01 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh less difficult.