Pentax WG-10 vs Sony HX400V

In this article, we are evaluating the Pentax WG-10 versus Sony HX400V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the WG-10 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was announced 7 months prior to the HX400V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-10 matches up vs the HX400V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-10 features external measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-10 versus Sony HX400V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the WG-10 against the HX400V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and HX400V is 93 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-10 and HX400V.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX400V to produce more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older WG-10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.