Canon ELPH 500 HS vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Let's take a closer look at the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the ELPH 500 HS (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 500 HS was manufactured 6 months before the WG-1 GPS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ELPH 500 HS grades vs the WG-1 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 500 HS and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 500 HS Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 500 HS has got external dimensions of 101mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 500 HS versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 500 HS against the WG-1 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 500 HS and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 500 HS and WG-1 GPS.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax WG-1 GPS to show extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively.