Canon SX510 HS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX510 HS and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and WG-3 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was manufactured 2 months after the WG-3 GPS so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX510 HS matches up versus the WG-3 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has specifications of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX510 HS and Pentax WG-3 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX510 HS compared to the WG-3 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX510 HS and WG-3 GPS is 80 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and WG-3 GPS.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Pentax WG-3 GPS to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.