Pentax WG-1 vs Sony HX20V

The following is a detailed comparison of the Pentax WG-1 versus Sony HX20V, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the WG-1 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was announced 17 months prior to the HX20V which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WG-1 matches up vs the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-1 features outside 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 HX20V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-1 versus Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-1 vs the HX20V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-1 and HX20V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and HX20V.

Plainly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX20V to give greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged WG-1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.