Pentax WG-1 vs Sony A560

Below, we will be matching up the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony A560, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the A560 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the WG-1 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The WG-1 was unveiled 6 months after the A560 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the WG-1 scores against the A560 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-1 features external dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony A560 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony A560 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-1 compared to the A560.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 and A560 is 93 and 64 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and A560.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The WG-1 has the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field tougher.