Nikon P7800 vs Pentax WG-10

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon P7800 vs Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty similar but the P7800 (1/1.7") and WG-10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The P7800 was launched 6 months later than the WG-10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the P7800 matches up against the WG-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P7800 features external dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7800 vs Pentax WG-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the P7800 against the WG-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P7800 and WG-10 is 82 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P7800 and WG-10.

As you can see, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P7800 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Pentax WG-10 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.