Canon SX530 HS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Below is a extended analysis of the Canon SX530 HS versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was brought out 18 months later than the WG-3 GPS which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax WG-3 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX530 HS scores against the WG-3 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS features physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX530 HS versus the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and WG-3 GPS is 69 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and WG-3 GPS.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SX530 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.