Canon G9 X vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Let's look much closer at the Canon G9 X and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the G9 X (1") and WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X was released 2 years later than the WG-3 GPS and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G9 X matches up against the WG-3 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the G9 X versus the WG-3 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and WG-3 GPS is 92 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X and WG-3 GPS.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 X due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will give extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer G9 X will have an edge in sensor technology.