Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10
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![Nikon Coolpix A900 front Nikon Coolpix A900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-A900/Nikon-A900-front.jpg)
![Pentax WG-10 front Pentax WG-10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-WG-10/Pentax-WG-10-front.jpg)
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Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Released February 2016
- Refreshed by Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013
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Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Nikon A900 versus Pentax WG-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and WG-10 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The A900 was introduced 2 years later than the WG-10 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A900 matches up vs the WG-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A900 & Pentax WG-10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon A900 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Pentax WG-10
A900 | WG-10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | ![]() | June 2013 | Fresher by 33 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Nikon A900
WG-10 | A900 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon A900 and Pentax WG-10
A900 | WG-10 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon A900 has got outside dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Nikon A900 versus Pentax WG-10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A900 against the WG-10.
![Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A900-vs-Pentax-WG-10-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and WG-10 is 88 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A900-vs-Pentax-WG-10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and WG-10.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon A900 to deliver greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher A900 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
![Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A900-vs-Pentax-WG-10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A900-vs-Pentax-WG-10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Nikon A900 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Pentax WG-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2016-02-23 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per second | 0.7 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289 grams (0.64 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 260 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $400 | $0 |