Canon A3300 IS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Here, we will be matching up the Canon A3300 IS versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was announced 13 months before the WG-2 GPS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A3300 IS grades against the WG-2 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A3300 IS comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the WG-2 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older A3300 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.