Nikon AW110 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon AW110 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was released 18 months later than the WG-2 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the AW110 scores vs the WG-2 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon AW110 comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

See the Nikon AW110 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the AW110 against the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW110 and WG-2 GPS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the AW110 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger AW110 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.