Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10
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![Canon PowerShot A3400 IS front Canon PowerShot A3400 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS/Canon-A3400-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
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Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon A3400 IS and Pentax WG-10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The A3400 IS was launched 16 months earlier than the WG-10 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the A3400 IS scores versus the WG-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Pentax WG-10
A3400 IS | WG-10 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Canon A3400 IS
WG-10 | A3400 IS | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 16 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Pentax WG-10
A3400 IS | WG-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A3400 IS has got external dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Canon A3400 IS and Pentax WG-10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the A3400 IS vs the WG-10.
![Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS-vs-Pentax-WG-10-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and WG-10 is 96 and 93 respectively.
![Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS-vs-Pentax-WG-10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3400 IS and WG-10.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A3400 IS to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged A3400 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS-vs-Pentax-WG-10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS-vs-Pentax-WG-10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A3400 IS vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Pentax WG-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | 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 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 0.7 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 1.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | 180 images | 260 images |
Style of battery | 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 shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $230 | $0 |