Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-2 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
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon L24 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe L24 was unveiled 12 months prior to the WG-2 GPS and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the L24 matches up versus the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L24 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are available at Nikon L24 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
L24 | WG-2 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Nikon L24
WG-2 GPS | L24 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | February 2011 | More modern by 12 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
L24 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L24 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L24 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the L24 compared to the WG-2 GPS.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L24 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.
Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L24 and WG-2 GPS.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax WG-2 GPS to give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged L24 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L24 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 260 shots |
Form of battery | 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 | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $119 | $300 |