Pentax WG-2 vs Sony W650

Its time to look a little more closely at the Pentax WG-2 vs Sony W650, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was released around the same time to the W650 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-2 grades versus the W650 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-2 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-2 has outer measurements 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 W650 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-2 vs Sony W650 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-2 vs the W650.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and W650 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 and W650.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.