Canon SX230 HS vs Pentax WG-2

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX230 HS and Pentax WG-2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was manufactured 6 months earlier than the WG-2 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX230 HS grades versus the WG-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS comes with physical dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the WG-2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and WG-2 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and WG-2.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-2 to provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively.