Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
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35 Features
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2011
Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S1000pj was announced 24 months before the WG-1 GPS making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S1000pj scores vs the WG-1 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
S1000pj | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Nikon S1000pj
WG-1 GPS | S1000pj | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | August 2009 | Newer by 24 months | |
Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Pentax WG-1 GPS
S1000pj | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S1000pj offers outside dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax WG-1 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S1000pj against the WG-1 GPS.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The picture below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and WG-1 GPS.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-1 GPS to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged S1000pj is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2009-08-04 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $289 | $350 |