Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Sony QX100

In this article, we are comparing the Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Sony QX100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Lens-style by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") and QX100 (1") feature different sensor sizing.

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The WG-1 GPS was released 3 years before the QX100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WG-1 GPS scores against the QX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 GPS enjoys physical measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony QX100 has proportions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") having a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Sony QX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-1 GPS against the QX100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 GPS and QX100 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 GPS and QX100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-1 GPS because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony QX100 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged WG-1 GPS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.