Pentax WG-1 vs Sony NEX-5R

Below, we will be looking at the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony NEX-5R, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is pretty comparable but the WG-1 (1/2.3") and NEX-5R (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-1 was unveiled 18 months prior to the NEX-5R which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the WG-1 grades versus the NEX-5R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 & Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery & Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-1 features physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5R has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony NEX-5R in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-1 against the NEX-5R.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-1 and NEX-5R is 93 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and NEX-5R.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The WG-1 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony NEX-5R will show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older WG-1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.