Pentax WG-1 vs Sony HX90V

On this page, we are looking at the Pentax WG-1 versus Sony HX90V, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the WG-1 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was introduced 5 years earlier than the HX90V and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-1 matches up vs the HX90V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-1 enjoys physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-1 compared to the HX90V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The graphic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-1 and HX90V.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX90V to produce more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older WG-1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.