Nikon S100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Nikon S100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
Nikon S100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon S100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S100 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S100 was released 5 months earlier than the WG-2 GPS which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the S100 matches up versus the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
S100 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 820k | 460k | Crisper display (+360k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Nikon S100
WG-2 GPS | S100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
S100 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S100 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S100 vs the WG-2 GPS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S100 and WG-2 GPS is 94 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and WG-2 GPS.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration.
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Nikon S100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 820 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Organic LED monitor | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 198 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 150 images | 260 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $240 | $300 |