Pentax WG-2 GPS vs Sony WX80

Here is a detailed analysis of the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Sony WX80, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 GPS was launched 11 months earlier than the WX80 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-2 GPS scores against the WX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax WG-2 GPS enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-2 GPS and Sony WX80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-2 GPS and the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 GPS and WX80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-2 GPS and WX80.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The older WG-2 GPS will be behind in sensor innovation.