Pentax WG-10 vs Sony RX1R II

The following is a extended overview of the Pentax WG-10 vs Sony RX1R II, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the WG-10 (14MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the WG-10 (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WG-10 was manufactured 3 years prior to the RX1R II which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-10 scores versus the RX1R II for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 has exterior 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 RX1R II has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-10 vs Sony RX1R II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the WG-10 compared to the RX1R II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WG-10 and RX1R II is 93 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and RX1R II.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WG-10 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony RX1R II will offer extra detail due to its extra 28MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WG-10 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.