Pentax WG-10 vs Sony T99

Lets look closer at the Pentax WG-10 versus Sony T99, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was launched 2 years after the T99 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the WG-10 scores versus the T99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax WG-10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-10 has exterior measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony T99 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-10 versus Sony T99 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-10 compared to the T99.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and T99 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and T99.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern WG-10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.