Nikon L810 vs Pentax WG-2
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Nikon L810 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Released February 2012
- New Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Released February 2012

Nikon L810 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon L810 versus Pentax WG-2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L810 was introduced about the same time to the WG-2 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the L810 grades versus the WG-2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L810 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Pentax WG-2
L810 | WG-2 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Nikon L810
WG-2 | L810 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Pentax WG-2
L810 | WG-2 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon L810 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L810 features outer dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L810 versus Pentax WG-2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the L810 against the WG-2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L810 and WG-2 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and WG-2.
Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to consider the age of the cameras into account.

Nikon L810 vs Pentax WG-2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L810 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2012-02-01 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
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 | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.2fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 pounds) | 192g (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 300 photos | 260 photos |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $280 | $350 |