Canon SX600 HS vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Lets examine more closely at the Canon SX600 HS and Pentax WG-3 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was launched 6 months after the WG-3 GPS which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX600 HS matches up vs the WG-3 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX600 HS has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX600 HS and Pentax WG-3 GPS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX600 HS vs the WG-3 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and WG-3 GPS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX600 HS and WG-3 GPS.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration.