Pentax WG-10 vs Sony A33

Here, we will be comparing the Pentax WG-10 vs Sony A33, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the WG-10 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-10 was unveiled 2 years after the A33 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the WG-10 matches up against the A33 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax WG-10 & Sony SLT-A33. The full galleries are available at Pentax WG-10 Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-10 features physical dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony A33 has dimensions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the WG-10 compared to the A33.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WG-10 and A33 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-10 and A33.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The WG-10 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging. The more recent WG-10 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.