Canon SX1 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

The following is a extensive overview of the Canon SX1 IS versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX1 IS was revealed 5 years before the WG-3 GPS which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX1 IS matches up vs the WG-3 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The full galleries are available at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX1 IS offers outside measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") along with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has sizing of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX1 IS versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX1 IS versus the WG-3 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX1 IS and WG-3 GPS is 64 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX1 IS and WG-3 GPS.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to give greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.