Pentax WG-1 vs Sony A330

Below, we will be looking at the Pentax WG-1 versus Sony A330, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the WG-1 (14MP) and A330 (10MP) and the WG-1 (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The WG-1 was announced 21 months later than the A330 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the WG-1 matches up against the A330 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 comes with physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Check out the Pentax WG-1 versus Sony A330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-1 against the A330.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 and A330 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-1 and A330.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The WG-1 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Pentax WG-1 will provide you with more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern WG-1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.