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Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
45
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix AW120 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs

Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
  • Announced February 2014
  • Previous Model is Nikon AW110
  • Renewed by Nikon AW130
Pentax WG-2 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
  • Announced February 2012
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Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon AW120 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was launched 2 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the AW120 scores versus the WG-2 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS

 AW120 WG-2 GPS 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014February 2012Fresher by 25 months
Display resolution921k460kSharper display (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Nikon AW120

 WG-2 GPS AW120 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing

Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Pentax WG-2 GPS

 AW120 WG-2 GPS 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display sizing
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Nikon AW120 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the AW120 against the WG-2 GPS.

Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and WG-2 GPS is 92 and 91 respectively.

Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS top view buttons comparison

Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and WG-2 GPS.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger AW120 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS sensor size comparison

Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon AW120 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
35
MP count decent (16MP)
comes with face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
40
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon AW120 as a Street photography camera
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
54
environment proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon AW120 Sports photography info
Pentax WG-2 GPS Sports photography info
51
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
great battery life (350 shots)
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
38
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon AW120 Travel photography info
Pentax WG-2 GPS Travel photography info
69
great battery life (350 shots)
environment sealing
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
70
environment proof
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon AW120 Landscape photography advice
Pentax WG-2 GPS Landscape photography advice
48
really wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
great battery life (350 per charge)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
47
has manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
resolution is good (16MP)
environment proof
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon AW120 Vlogging info
Pentax WG-2 GPS Vlogging info
33
really wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have external mic socket
30
fairly wide (28mm)
includes face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have mic support
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Nikon AW120 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon AW120 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
 Nikon Coolpix AW120Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Pentax
Model Nikon Coolpix AW120 Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS
Class Waterproof Waterproof
Announced 2014-02-07 2012-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
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 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 125 125
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of display 921k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology OLED monitor Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 7.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.20 m 5.40 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
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 BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 213 grams (0.47 lbs) 198 grams (0.44 lbs)
Dimensions 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 images 260 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 D-LI92
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $350 $300