Canon G1 X vs Pentax WG-3

Lets look much closer at the Canon G1 X versus Pentax WG-3, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the G1 X (14MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is fairly similar but the G1 X (1.5") and WG-3 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was brought out 15 months earlier than the WG-3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax WG-3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G1 X matches up against the WG-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G1 X & Pentax WG-3. The entire galleries are available at Canon G1 X Gallery & Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon G1 X comes with exterior measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") along with a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has proportions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Canon G1 X versus Pentax WG-3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G1 X compared to the WG-3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and WG-3 is 75 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 X and WG-3.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G1 X due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Pentax WG-3 will offer greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged G1 X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.