Nikon A1000 vs Pentax WG-10

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon A1000 versus Pentax WG-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was brought out 5 years after the WG-10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A1000 scores versus the WG-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 features outside measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon A1000 versus Pentax WG-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A1000 and the WG-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and WG-10 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A1000 and WG-10.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon A1000 to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher A1000 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.