Canon SX520 HS vs Pentax WG-3

Here is a extended overview of the Canon SX520 HS and Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was released 13 months later than the WG-3 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX520 HS matches up versus the WG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Pentax WG-3. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX520 HS and Pentax WG-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX520 HS versus the WG-3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and WG-3 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and WG-3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of images though you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX520 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.