Canon SX520 HS vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Here, we are contrasting the Canon SX520 HS and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was announced 2 years after the WG-1 GPS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX520 HS scores vs the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS has physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX520 HS and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX520 HS versus the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and WG-1 GPS is 69 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and WG-1 GPS.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX520 HS to produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.