Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220
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Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the W220 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WG-10 was manufactured 4 years later than the W220 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WG-10 matches up vs the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Sony W220
WG-10 | W220 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 55 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Pentax WG-10
W220 | WG-10 |
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Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Sony W220
WG-10 | W220 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 provides external dimensions 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 W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-10 against the W220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WG-10 and W220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-10 and W220.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Pentax WG-10 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern WG-10 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax WG-10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.7 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 lb) | 147 grams (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $160 |