Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony HX50V

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Sony HX50V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 GPS was unveiled 14 months before the HX50V making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the WG-2 GPS grades vs the HX50V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-2 GPS features physical dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-2 GPS against the HX50V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 GPS and HX50V is 91 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The picture here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-2 GPS and HX50V.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX50V to offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged WG-2 GPS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.