Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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93 Imaging
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Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced August 2011

Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
The following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The D10 was launched 3 years earlier than the WG-1 GPS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the D10 scores vs the WG-1 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D10 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
D10 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Canon D10
WG-1 GPS | D10 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon D10 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
D10 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon D10 has got exterior dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the D10 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and WG-1 GPS is 89 and 93 respectively.

Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D10 and WG-1 GPS.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 GPS to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged D10 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon D10 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Canon PowerShot D10 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot D10 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-07-01 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/5000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $299 | $350 |