Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony WX500

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Sony WX500, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 GPS was unveiled 4 years before the WX500 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the WG-2 GPS scores versus the WX500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax WG-2 GPS has got external measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Sony WX500 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Sony WX500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-2 GPS and the WX500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 GPS and WX500 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 GPS and WX500.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony WX500 to provide more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged WG-2 GPS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.