Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax WG-3

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax WG-3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX740 HS was announced 5 years after the WG-3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX740 HS matches up against the WG-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX740 HS features outer measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX740 HS vs Pentax WG-3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX740 HS and the WG-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and WG-3 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and WG-3.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX740 HS to provide you with more detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX740 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.