Pentax WG-1 vs Sony W620

Below is a in depth review of the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony W620, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was brought out 11 months prior to the W620 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-1 grades against the W620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-1 has got outside dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony W620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the WG-1 versus the W620.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 and W620 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and W620.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older WG-1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.