Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Sony QX1

Here, we are matching up the Pentax WG-1 GPS versus Sony QX1, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Lens-style by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The WG-1 GPS was revealed 4 years before the QX1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WG-1 GPS matches up vs the QX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS & Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS has got exterior dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-1 GPS and the QX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-1 GPS and QX1 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 GPS and QX1.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WG-1 GPS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony QX1 will give you more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged WG-1 GPS is going to be behind in sensor tech.