Canon SX170 IS vs Pentax WG-3

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX170 IS versus Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was revealed 2 months later than the WG-3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX170 IS scores versus the WG-3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX170 IS provides external dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX170 IS versus Pentax WG-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX170 IS vs the WG-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and WG-3 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX170 IS and WG-3.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos although you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration.