Pentax K-1 II vs Pentax WG-2

In this article, we will be contrasting the Pentax K-1 II and Pentax WG-2, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof and both are sold by Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the K-1 II (36MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the K-1 II (Full frame) and WG-2 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The K-1 II was released 6 years later than the WG-2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-1 II being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the K-1 II grades versus the WG-2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-1 Mark II and Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are available at Pentax K-1 II Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-1 II has got physical dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-1 II and Pentax WG-2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the K-1 II and the WG-2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-1 II and WG-2 is 55 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-1 II and WG-2.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-1 II because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax K-1 II will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 20MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher K-1 II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.