Pentax WG-10 vs Sony A6100

Here is a thorough analysis of the Pentax WG-10 vs Sony A6100, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the WG-10 (14MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the WG-10 (1/2.3") and A6100 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The WG-10 was released 7 years prior to the A6100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the WG-10 scores vs the A6100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 and Sony Alpha a6100. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 enjoys outer measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony A6100 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-10 vs Sony A6100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-10 compared to the A6100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and A6100 is 93 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and A6100.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The WG-10 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A6100 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older WG-10 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.