Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2s
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Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2s Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Succeeded the Sigma DP2
- Later Model is Sigma DP2x

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2s Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2s, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sigma. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the WG-10 (14MP) and DP2s (5MP) and the WG-10 (1/2.3") and DP2s (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

The WG-10 was unveiled 3 years later than the DP2s and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the WG-10 scores vs the DP2s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2s Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 and Sigma DP2s. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Sigma DP2s
WG-10 | DP2s | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Pentax WG-10
DP2s | WG-10 |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Sigma DP2s
WG-10 | DP2s | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-10 has got outer dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2s in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the WG-10 and the DP2s.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-10 and DP2s is 93 and 86 respectively.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-10 and DP2s.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-10 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax WG-10 will produce greater detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher WG-10 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

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Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2s Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Sigma DP2s | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Sigma |
Model type | Pentax WG-10 | Sigma DP2s |
Class | Waterproof | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 50 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.7fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 1.20 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 280 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $0 | $940 |