Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Sony HX100V

Here is a extended analysis of the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Sony HX100V, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 GPS was announced 2 months prior to the HX100V and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the WG-1 GPS matches up versus the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS features outer measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony HX100V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-1 GPS against the HX100V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 GPS and HX100V is 93 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 GPS and HX100V.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX100V to give you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively.