Pentax WG-2 vs Sony S980
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Pentax WG-2 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2009
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony S980 Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony S980, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the WG-2 (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WG-2 was launched 3 years later than the S980 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-2 grades vs the S980 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony S980 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Sony S980
WG-2 | S980 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | February 2009 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Pentax WG-2
S980 | WG-2 |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-2 and Sony S980
WG-2 | S980 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-2 offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony S980 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WG-2 against the S980.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-2 and S980 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 and S980.
Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-2 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The newer WG-2 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Pentax WG-2 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-2 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Optio WG-2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 192g (0.42 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $350 | $300 |