Pentax WG-1 vs Sony RX10 II

Below is a extensive overview of the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony RX10 II, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the WG-1 (14MP) and RX10 II (20MP) and the WG-1 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") come with different sensor sizes.

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The WG-1 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the RX10 II and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-1 scores versus the RX10 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery & Sony RX10 II Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax WG-1 comes with external measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 II has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony RX10 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the WG-1 compared to the RX10 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and RX10 II is 93 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-1 and RX10 II.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WG-1 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony RX10 II will produce greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The older WG-1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.