Pentax WG-2 vs Sony WX150

Below, we are comparing the Pentax WG-2 and Sony WX150, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the WX150 (18MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was brought out very close to the WX150 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the WG-2 matches up against the WX150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-2 features exterior measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Sony WX150 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-2 vs the WX150.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and WX150 is 91 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-2 and WX150.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony WX150 to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively.