Nikon A1000 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon A1000 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was introduced 5 years later than the WG-3 GPS and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A1000 matches up against the WG-3 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A1000 has physical measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 GPS has dimensions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A1000 vs the WG-3 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1000 and WG-3 GPS is 86 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and WG-3 GPS.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern A1000 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.