Pentax WG-2 vs Sony RX100

Following is a in depth review of the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony RX100, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the WG-2 (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") use totally different sensor size.

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The WG-2 was launched 6 months prior to the RX100 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the WG-2 scores versus the RX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Sony RX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-2 comes with outside measurements 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 RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-2 and the RX100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and RX100 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 and RX100.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-2 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX100 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.