Canon SL2 vs Pentax WG-2

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SL2 and Pentax WG-2, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the SL2 (24MP) and WG-2 (16MP) and the SL2 (APS-C) and WG-2 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The SL2 was unveiled 5 years later than the WG-2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SL2 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax WG-2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the SL2 matches up versus the WG-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS Rebel SL2 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SL2 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SL2 comes with outer dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Canon SL2 and Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SL2 compared to the WG-2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL2 and WG-2 is 71 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SL2 and WG-2.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SL2 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon SL2 will show greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer SL2 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.