Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W310

On this page, we are contrasting the Pentax WG-10 versus Sony W310, 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 W310 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was brought out 3 years later than the W310 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-10 scores versus the W310 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax WG-10 offers outside measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W310 has specifications of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check the Pentax WG-10 versus Sony W310 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-10 and the W310.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and W310 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and W310.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-10 to provide extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher WG-10 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.