Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710
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![Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS front Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS/Pentax-WG-2-GPS-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710/Sony-W710-front.jpg)
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2013
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Sony W710, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The WG-2 GPS was revealed 11 months earlier than the W710 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the WG-2 GPS grades vs the W710 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Sony W710
WG-2 GPS | W710 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
W710 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Sony W710
WG-2 GPS | W710 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 GPS comes with outside measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-2 GPS versus Sony W710 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-2 GPS vs the W710.
![Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 size comparison Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 GPS and W710 is 91 and 96 respectively.
![Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 GPS and W710.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older WG-2 GPS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
![Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony W710 Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m | 2.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 198 gr (0.44 lb) | 114 gr (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | 240 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $90 |