Canon SD1200 IS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

The following is a detailed analysis of the Canon SD1200 IS and Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD1200 IS was introduced 4 years prior to the WG-2 GPS which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SD1200 IS scores against the WG-2 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SD1200 IS has got external dimensions of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD1200 IS and Pentax WG-2 GPS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SD1200 IS versus the WG-2 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SD1200 IS and WG-2 GPS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD1200 IS and WG-2 GPS.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-2 GPS to offer more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.