Nikon L28 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Let's look much closer at the Nikon L28 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L28 was launched 18 months after the WG-1 GPS which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the L28 grades vs the WG-1 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L28 comes with 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) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon L28 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the L28 against the WG-1 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and WG-1 GPS is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L28 and WG-1 GPS.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L28 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern L28 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.