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Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H

Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
34
Overall
36
Pentax WG-10 front
 
Sigma sd Quattro H front
Portability
78
Imaging
73
Features
59
Overall
67

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H Key Specs

Pentax WG-10
(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
Sigma Quattro H
(Full Review)
  • 45MP - APS-H Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • n/ag - 147 x 95 x 91mm
  • Introduced February 2016
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Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H Overview

Here, we are evaluating the Pentax WG-10 versus Sigma Quattro H, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sigma. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the WG-10 (14MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the WG-10 (1/2.3") and Quattro H (APS-H) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The WG-10 was brought out 3 years prior to the Quattro H which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WG-10 scores versus the Quattro H when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Sigma Quattro H

 WG-10 Quattro H 

Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro H over the Pentax WG-10

 Quattro H WG-10 
IntroducedFebruary 2016June 2013Newer by 32 months
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1620k230kSharper display (+1390k dot)

Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Sigma Quattro H

 WG-10 Quattro H 
Manually focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-10 enjoys physical measurements 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 Quattro H has dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-10 versus Sigma Quattro H in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the WG-10 vs the Quattro H.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-10 and Quattro H is 93 and 78 respectively.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H top view buttons comparison

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and Quattro H.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-10 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sigma Quattro H will show greater detail having its extra 31MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged WG-10 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H sensor size comparison

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WG-10 Portrait photography advice
Sigma Quattro H Portrait photography advice
39
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has face detection autofocus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
83
focusing manually
great MP (45MP)
nice sensor size (APS-H)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Pentax WG-10 Street photography features
Sigma Quattro H Street photography features
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
70
nice sensor size (APS-H)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Pentax WG-10
Sports photography with Sigma Quattro H
44
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
weather sealing
low fps (0.7 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
72
great MP (45MP)
nice sensor size (APS-H)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
comes with phase detect auto focus
slow continuous shooting (3.8 fps)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Pentax WG-10 Travel photography factors
Sigma Quattro H Travel photography factors
71
weather sealing
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
65
environment proofing
great MP (45MP)
missing Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WG-10 Landscape photography highlights
Sigma Quattro H Landscape photography highlights
47
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
weather sealing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
75
focusing manually
change lenses (Sigma SA mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
great MP (45MP)
nice sensor size (APS-H)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
lack of image stabilization
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WG-10 as a Vlogging camera
Sigma Quattro H as a Vlogging camera
30
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detection autofocus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
26
includes face detect focus
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution ( pxls)
missing microphone port
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Pentax WG-10 vs Sigma Quattro H Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WG-10 and Sigma Quattro H
 Pentax WG-10Sigma sd Quattro H
General Information
Make Pentax Sigma
Model type Pentax WG-10 Sigma sd Quattro H
Type Waterproof Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2013-06-21 2016-02-23
Body design Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Dual TRUE III
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-H
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 26.6 x 17.9mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 476.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 45 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4288 x 3216 6200 x 4152
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sigma SA
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Max aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Total lenses - 76
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.4
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 1,620 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 0.7 frames per second 3.8 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 1.20 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft no built-in flash
External flash
AE 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) -
Max video resolution 1280x720 -
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 167 grams (0.37 pounds) -
Physical dimensions 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6")
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 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI92 BP-61
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $0 $1,134