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Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10

Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
24
Overall
33
Nikon Coolpix L26 front
 
Pentax WG-10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
34
Overall
36

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs

Nikon L26
(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
  • Released February 2012
Pentax WG-10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released June 2013
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Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview

Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon L26 and Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L26 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L26 was released 16 months earlier than the WG-10 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the L26 matches up against the WG-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Pentax WG-10

 L26 WG-10 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Nikon L26

 WG-10 L26 
ReleasedJune 2013February 2012Fresher by 16 months
Focus manually Very precise focusing

Common features in the Nikon L26 and Pentax WG-10

 L26 WG-10 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 provides exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax WG-10 has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon L26 and Pentax WG-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the L26 vs the WG-10.

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L26 and WG-10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and WG-10.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon L26 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older L26 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L26 as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Portrait photography camera
34
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
39
you can focus manually
MP count decent (14MP)
includes face detection focusing
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon L26 Street photography factors
Pentax WG-10 Street photography factors
47
no moving screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L26 Sports photography details
Pentax WG-10 Sports photography details
27
megapixel count decent (16MP)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (200 CIPA)
has no phase detect AF
44
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
slow frames per second (0.7 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L26 Travel photography information
Pentax WG-10 Travel photography information
62
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
bad battery life (200 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
71
environment proofing
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L26 Landscape photography information
Pentax WG-10 Landscape photography information
37
reasonably wide (26mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
no manual control
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
bad battery life (200 per charge)
does not have Timelapse mode
47
you can focus manually
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
environment proofing
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L26 Vlogging factors
Pentax WG-10 Vlogging factors
28
reasonably wide (26mm)
supports face detect focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone socket
30
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection focusing
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone support
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Nikon L26 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L26 and Pentax WG-10
 Nikon Coolpix L26Pentax WG-10
General Information
Make Nikon Pentax
Model Nikon Coolpix L26 Pentax WG-10
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2012-02-01 2013-06-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 16MP 14MP
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
Min native ISO 80 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-6.5 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 10cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 0.7fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - 1.20 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync 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 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
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 None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 164g (0.36 pounds) 167g (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" 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 200 photos 260 photos
Type of battery 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
Card slots Single Single
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