Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

The following is a complete review of the Canon SX160 IS versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was revealed 17 months after the WG-2 GPS which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX160 IS scores versus the WG-2 GPS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS provides external dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX160 IS versus the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and WG-2 GPS is 86 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger SX160 IS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.