Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-2
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Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Released February 2012

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Nikon L26 and Pentax WG-2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L26 was brought out within a month of the WG-2 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the L26 scores against the WG-2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Pentax WG-2
L26 | WG-2 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Nikon L26
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Pentax WG-2
L26 | WG-2 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L26 enjoys outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon L26 and Pentax WG-2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the L26 vs the WG-2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and WG-2 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and WG-2.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images however you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration.

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 192g (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 200 photos | 260 photos |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $70 | $350 |