Nikon L610 vs Pentax WG-3
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Nikon L610 vs Pentax WG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Released July 2013
Nikon L610 vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon L610 versus Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe L610 was unveiled 11 months prior to the WG-3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L610 scores vs the WG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L610 vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Pentax WG-3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L610 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Pentax WG-3
L610 | WG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Nikon L610
WG-3 | L610 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | August 2012 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon L610 and Pentax WG-3
L610 | WG-3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon L610 vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L610 provides exterior dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Pentax WG-3 has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L610 versus Pentax WG-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the L610 vs the WG-3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and WG-3 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Nikon L610 vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L610 and WG-3.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older L610 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L610 vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L610 | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L610 | Pentax WG-3 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-08-09 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | 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 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 240 grams (0.53 lb) | 230 grams (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | 120 photos | 240 photos |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $150 | $300 |