Pentax WG-2 vs Sony H400

Its time to look more closely at the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony H400, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was brought out 24 months before the H400 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the WG-2 grades vs the H400 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-2 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 has outer measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony H400 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Examine the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony H400 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-2 and the H400.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 and H400 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 and H400.

Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H400 to give greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older WG-2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.