Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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![Canon PowerShot SX160 IS front Canon PowerShot SX160 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS/Canon-SX160-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Revealed June 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX150 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2013
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Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Overview
Below is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX160 IS and Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SX160 IS was announced at a similar time to the WG-3 GPS so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX160 IS scores versus the WG-3 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
SX160 IS | WG-3 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Canon SX160 IS
WG-3 GPS | SX160 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Pentax WG-3 GPS
SX160 IS | WG-3 GPS | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | July 2013 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX160 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 GPS has measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX160 IS and Pentax WG-3 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX160 IS vs the WG-3 GPS.
![Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS size comparison Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and WG-3 GPS is 86 and 90 respectively.
![Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS top view buttons comparison Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and WG-3 GPS.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images but you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration.
![Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS sensor size comparison Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX160-IS-vs-Pentax-WG-3-GPS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX160 IS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-06-21 | 2013-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 291g (0.64 pounds) | 238g (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 240 photos |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $199 | $350 |