Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched August 2011
Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon A2300 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A2300 was released 6 months later than the WG-1 GPS which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A2300 grades vs the WG-1 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
A2300 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Canon A2300
WG-1 GPS | A2300 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
A2300 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | August 2011 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A2300 offers outer measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Canon A2300 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the A2300 compared to the WG-1 GPS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2300 and WG-1 GPS is 96 and 93 respectively.
Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2300 and WG-1 GPS.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon A2300 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively.
Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photos | 260 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $139 | $350 |