Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Sony W220

Below is a extensive analysis of the Pentax WG-1 GPS versus Sony W220, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 GPS was unveiled 2 years later than the W220 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-1 GPS scores against the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS enjoys physical dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-1 GPS compared to the W220.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 GPS and W220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-1 GPS and W220.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Pentax WG-1 GPS to show greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger WG-1 GPS should have an edge in sensor technology.