Pentax WG-10 vs Sony WX50

Here, we are comparing the Pentax WG-10 versus Sony WX50, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WG-10 was introduced 17 months after the WX50 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the WG-10 scores vs the WX50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax WG-10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax WG-10 features outer 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 WX50 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Pentax WG-10 versus Sony WX50 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the WG-10 and the WX50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-10 and WX50 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-10 and WX50.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony WX50 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern WG-10 provides an advantage in sensor tech.