Canon SX170 IS vs Pentax WG-1

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX170 IS and Pentax WG-1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was released 2 years after the WG-1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX170 IS scores versus the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX170 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX170 IS and the WG-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and WG-1 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX170 IS and WG-1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX170 IS to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX170 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.