Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma DP2x

Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax WG-10 versus Sigma DP2x, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the WG-10 (14MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the WG-10 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The WG-10 was manufactured 2 years after the DP2x which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the WG-10 grades vs the DP2x with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-10 and Sigma DP2x. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Sigma DP2x Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax WG-10 features external dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-10 versus Sigma DP2x in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-10 versus the DP2x.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and DP2x is 93 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WG-10 and DP2x.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WG-10 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Pentax WG-10 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger WG-10 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.