Canon SX270 HS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon SX270 HS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SX270 HS was introduced 14 months later than the WG-2 GPS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX270 HS scores versus the WG-2 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX270 HS provides outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX270 HS vs Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX270 HS vs the WG-2 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and WG-2 GPS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and WG-2 GPS.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WG-2 GPS to show greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger SX270 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.