Pentax WG-2 vs Sony HX400V

Following is a extended comparison of the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony HX400V, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was brought out 24 months earlier than the HX400V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the WG-2 matches up vs the HX400V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-2 comes with outside dimensions 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 HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony HX400V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-2 and the HX400V.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 and HX400V is 91 and 62 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-2 and HX400V.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony HX400V to offer you more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged WG-2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.