Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-3

Here is a complete comparison of the Canon A2300 versus Pentax WG-3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

The A2300 was manufactured 17 months prior to the WG-3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the A2300 scores versus the WG-3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Pentax WG-3. The entire galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A2300 has external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Canon A2300 versus Pentax WG-3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A2300 vs the WG-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2300 and WG-3 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and WG-3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files however you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The older A2300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.