Nikon AW100 vs Pentax WG-2

Here is a complete overview of the Nikon AW100 vs Pentax WG-2, both Waterproof cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was introduced 5 months earlier than the WG-2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the AW100 scores vs the WG-2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 offers outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon AW100 vs Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the AW100 compared to the WG-2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and WG-2 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the AW100 and WG-2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.