Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A230
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Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A230 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
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Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A230 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A230, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the WG-2 (16MP) and A230 (10MP) and the WG-2 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe WG-2 was released 2 years after the A230 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the WG-2 matches up against the A230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A230 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Sony A230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Sony A230
WG-2 | A230 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | May 2009 | Newer by 34 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Pentax WG-2
A230 | WG-2 |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-2 and Sony A230
WG-2 | A230 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A230 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony A230 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A230 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-2 and the A230.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 and A230 is 91 and 69 respectively.
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A230 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 and A230.
To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Pentax WG-2 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger WG-2 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A230 Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax Optio WG-2 | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 |
Class | Waterproof | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2009-05-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
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) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 192 gr (0.42 pounds) | 490 gr (1.08 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 531 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | 230 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI92 | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $350 | $569 |