Nikon L610 vs Pentax WG-10

Here is a thorough assessment of the Nikon L610 versus Pentax WG-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L610 was brought out 10 months before the WG-10 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the L610 matches up against the WG-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L610 & Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L610 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L610 features external measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Nikon L610 versus Pentax WG-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the L610 against the WG-10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and WG-10 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L610 and WG-10.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon L610 to resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older L610 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.