Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-1

The following is a detailed review of the Nikon L24 and Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L24 was introduced about the same time to the WG-1 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the L24 matches up vs the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L24 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 has outer measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the L24 against the WG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L24 and WG-1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The pic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and WG-1.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files but you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account.