Pentax WG-2 vs Sony HX20V

Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax WG-2 and Sony HX20V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was announced 5 months before the HX20V so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WG-2 grades against the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 has outside 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 HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Pentax WG-2 and Sony HX20V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the WG-2 compared to the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and HX20V is 91 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 and HX20V.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.