Nikon L22 vs Pentax WG-2

Let's look more closely at the Nikon L22 vs Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L22 was announced 24 months prior to the WG-2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the L22 scores against the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L22 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L22 offers external dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the L22 compared to the WG-2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L22 and WG-2 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L22 and WG-2.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-2 to give extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older L22 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.