Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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93 Imaging
37 Features
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Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Released February 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced August 2011
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Below is a complete assessment of the Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L24 was released 6 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the L24 matches up against the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
| L24 | WG-1 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Nikon L24
| WG-1 GPS | L24 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
| L24 | WG-1 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2011 |  | August 2011 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Nikon L24 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the L24 and the WG-1 GPS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L24 and WG-1 GPS is 93 and 93 respectively.
Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L24 and WG-1 GPS.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos though you should really take the age of the products into consideration.
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Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L24 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Released | 2011-02-09 | 2011-08-16 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 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 | 220 photos | 260 photos |
| Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $119 | $350 |