Pentax WG-1 vs Sony HX5

Following is a detailed assessment of the Pentax WG-1 and Sony HX5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the WG-1 (14MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the WG-1 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") have different sensor sizes.

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The WG-1 was introduced 8 months after the HX5 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-1 scores versus the HX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-1 has got exterior measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-1 and Sony HX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-1 vs the HX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 and HX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 and HX5.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WG-1 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Pentax WG-1 will deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern WG-1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.