Pentax WG-1 vs Sony W710

Here, we will be matching up the Pentax WG-1 versus Sony W710, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the W710 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was manufactured 23 months earlier than the W710 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WG-1 scores versus the W710 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 offers exterior measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-1 and the W710.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and W710 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 and W710.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony W710 to render more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older WG-1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.