Canon SX1 IS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Following is a thorough review of the Canon SX1 IS versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-2 GPS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX1 IS grades versus the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX1 IS provides external dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX1 IS versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX1 IS and the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX1 IS and WG-2 GPS is 64 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX1 IS and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-2 GPS to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.