Pentax WG-10 vs Pentax X70

Its time to look much closer at the Pentax WG-10 vs Pentax X70, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Pentax. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was brought out 4 years later than the X70 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the WG-10 scores vs the X70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-10 & Pentax X70. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 provides outside dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Pentax X70 has measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-10 vs Pentax X70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the WG-10 against the X70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-10 and X70 is 93 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-10 and X70.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-10 to provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The younger WG-10 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.