Pentax WG-1 vs Sony W800

On this page, we are looking at the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony W800, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the WG-1 (14MP) and W800 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was released 4 years prior to the W800 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-1 matches up vs the W800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-1 offers external measurements 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 W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-1 vs Sony W800 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-1 versus the W800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and W800 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 and W800.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W800 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged WG-1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.