Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax WG-2

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax WG-2, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Pentax. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the K-S2 (20MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the K-S2 (APS-C) and WG-2 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The K-S2 was brought out 3 years after the WG-2 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the K-S2 grades versus the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-S2 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-S2 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-S2 comes with outside measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the K-S2 and the WG-2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the K-S2 and WG-2 is 64 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-S2 and WG-2.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The K-S2 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Pentax K-S2 will give you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer K-S2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.