Pentax WG-2 vs Sony WX300

On this page, we are evaluating the Pentax WG-2 vs Sony WX300, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-2 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-2 was released 12 months before the WX300 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WG-2 matches up versus the WX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-2 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-2 enjoys physical dimensions 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 WX300 has measurements of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-2 vs Sony WX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the WG-2 versus the WX300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-2 and WX300 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-2 and WX300.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX300 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged WG-2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.