Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1
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Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011

Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1 Overview
Below is a extended overview of the Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and WG-1 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The L28 was released 2 years later than the WG-1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the L28 grades vs the WG-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Pentax WG-1
L28 | WG-1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 25 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Nikon L28
WG-1 | L28 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Pentax WG-1
L28 | WG-1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L28 features outer measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the L28 vs the WG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L28 and WG-1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L28 and WG-1.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L28 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer L28 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2011-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 720 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | 157g (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 images | 260 images |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $90 | $350 |