Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A9 II

Following is a thorough analysis of the Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A9 II, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the WG-2 (16MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the WG-2 (1/2.3") and A9 II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-2 was introduced 8 years before the A9 II which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the WG-2 matches up against the A9 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-2 offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony A9 II has dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-2 versus the A9 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and A9 II is 91 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 and A9 II.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WG-2 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A9 II will offer you greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged WG-2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.