Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3
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![Canon PowerShot S95 front Canon PowerShot S95 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-S95/Canon-S95-front.jpg)
![Pentax WG-3 front Pentax WG-3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-WG-3/Pentax-WG-3-front.jpg)
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Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 195g - 100 x 58 x 30mm
- Revealed November 2010
- Succeeded the Canon S90
- Renewed by Canon S100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
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Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon S95 versus Pentax WG-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and WG-3 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and WG-3 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.
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The S95 was introduced 3 years prior to the WG-3 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S95 matches up vs the WG-3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S95 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S95 over the Pentax WG-3
S95 | WG-3 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Canon S95
WG-3 | S95 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | ![]() | November 2010 | More modern by 32 months |
Common features in the Canon S95 and Pentax WG-3
S95 | WG-3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon S95 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
See the Canon S95 versus Pentax WG-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S95 against the WG-3.
![Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 size comparison Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S95-vs-Pentax-WG-3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S95 and WG-3 is 93 and 90 respectively.
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Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S95 and WG-3.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S95 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Pentax WG-3 will provide extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S95 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 sensor size comparison Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S95-vs-Pentax-WG-3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-S95-vs-Pentax-WG-3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon S95 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S95 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S95 | Pentax WG-3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-11-23 | 2013-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 195 gr (0.43 lb) | 230 gr (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 153 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | - | Single |
Launch price | $495 | $300 |