Pentax WG-2 vs Sony W710

Let's look more closely at the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony W710, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was unveiled 11 months prior to the W710 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the WG-2 matches up against the W710 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-2 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax WG-2 has external measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony W710 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-2 versus Sony W710 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the WG-2 and the W710.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-2 and W710 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-2 and W710.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged WG-2 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.