Pentax K-50 vs Pentax WG-2

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Pentax K-50 vs Pentax WG-2, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-50 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively similar but the K-50 (APS-C) and WG-2 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The K-50 was unveiled 22 months later than the WG-2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the K-50 grades vs the WG-2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-50 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-50 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax K-50 offers outer dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-50 vs Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the K-50 compared to the WG-2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-50 and WG-2 is 63 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-50 and WG-2.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The K-50 features the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The fresher K-50 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.