Canon SX510 HS vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Let's examine more closely at the Canon SX510 HS versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was announced 2 years after the WG-1 GPS which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the SX510 HS scores vs the WG-1 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX510 HS comes with external dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX510 HS versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX510 HS against the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and WG-1 GPS is 80 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and WG-1 GPS.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax WG-1 GPS to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger SX510 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.