Pentax WG-1 vs Sony W380

Here is a complete overview of the Pentax WG-1 and Sony W380, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was released 14 months later than the W380 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-1 being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the WG-1 matches up versus the W380 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in 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 W380 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-1 and Sony W380 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-1 against the W380.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and W380 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 and W380.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent WG-1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.