Canon 1200D vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon 1200D and Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the 1200D (18MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is very well matched but the 1200D (APS-C) and WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The 1200D was announced 7 months later than the WG-3 GPS and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1200D being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 1200D matches up versus the WG-3 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 1200D & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 1200D Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon 1200D comes with outer dimensions of 130mm x 100mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1200D and Pentax WG-3 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the 1200D compared to the WG-3 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 1200D and WG-3 GPS is 68 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1200D and WG-3 GPS.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1200D with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon 1200D will give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent 1200D should have an edge in sensor innovation.