Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220
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![Pentax WG-10 front Pentax WG-10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-WG-10/Pentax-WG-10-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W220/Sony-W220-front.jpg)
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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
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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").
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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.
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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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 size comparison Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-WG-10-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W220-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-WG-10-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W220-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-WG-10-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W220-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-WG-10-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W220-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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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 |