Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T90

On this page, we are looking at the Pentax WG-10 and Sony T90, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was revealed 4 years later than the T90 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-10 matches up against the T90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are provided at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-10 provides exterior dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony T90 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-10 and Sony T90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-10 versus the T90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and T90 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-10 and T90.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-10 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer WG-10 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.