Canon A2300 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Here, we will be looking at the Canon A2300 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was brought out 17 months earlier than the WG-3 GPS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A2300 scores vs the WG-3 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon A2300 comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has sizing of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Canon A2300 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the A2300 vs the WG-3 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and WG-3 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and WG-3 GPS.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older A2300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.