Nikon L110 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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Nikon L110 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Announced February 2010
- Previous Model is Nikon L100
- Updated by Nikon L120
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2011

Nikon L110 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Nikon L110 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the L110 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L110 was launched 18 months before the WG-1 GPS making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the L110 grades against the WG-1 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L110 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L110 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L110 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
L110 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Nikon L110
WG-1 GPS | L110 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 18 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L110 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
L110 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon L110 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L110 comes with external dimensions of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L110 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the L110 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L110 and WG-1 GPS is 77 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L110 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L110 and WG-1 GPS.
Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 GPS to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older L110 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon L110 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L110 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L110 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L110 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2010-02-03 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-420mm (15.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 13.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 406 grams (0.90 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 260 images |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $280 | $350 |