Pentax WG-2 vs Sony HX90V

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Pentax WG-2 and Sony HX90V, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was introduced 4 years before the HX90V and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the WG-2 scores versus the HX90V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-2 has outside dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-2 and Sony HX90V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WG-2 vs the HX90V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 and HX90V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The visual below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-2 and HX90V.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX90V to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older WG-2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.