Pentax WG-2 vs Sony A6300

The following is a complete comparison of the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony A6300, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the WG-2 (16MP) and A6300 (24MP) and the WG-2 (1/2.3") and A6300 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The WG-2 was revealed 5 years earlier than the A6300 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the WG-2 matches up vs the A6300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Sony Alpha a6300. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Sony A6300 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 features outside measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony A6300 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony A6300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the WG-2 and the A6300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 and A6300 is 91 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 and A6300.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WG-2 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A6300 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged WG-2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.