Canon SX10 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

The following is a detailed overview of the Canon SX10 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was unveiled 5 years prior to the WG-3 GPS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX10 IS matches up versus the WG-3 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX10 IS has physical measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX10 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX10 IS compared to the WG-3 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX10 IS and WG-3 GPS is 65 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX10 IS and WG-3 GPS.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to show extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.