Nikon AW130 vs Pentax WG-1

Following is a extended analysis of the Nikon AW130 versus Pentax WG-1, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was introduced 4 years after the WG-1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the AW130 matches up against the WG-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW130 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Nikon AW130 versus Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the AW130 and the WG-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and WG-1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW130 and WG-1.

All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon AW130 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer AW130 will have an advantage in sensor technology.