Nikon AW130 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon AW130 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was unveiled 3 years after the WG-1 GPS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the AW130 scores against the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon AW130 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS 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).

Contrast the Nikon AW130 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the AW130 vs the WG-1 GPS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW130 and WG-1 GPS is 91 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AW130 and WG-1 GPS.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon AW130 to give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger AW130 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.