Pentax WG-10 vs Sony W620

Below is a complete comparison of the Pentax WG-10 and Sony W620, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was brought out 18 months later than the W620 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the WG-10 grades against the W620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 has got external measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-10 and Sony W620 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-10 compared to the W620.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and W620 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The graphic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-10 and W620.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger WG-10 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.