Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Announced June 2013
(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
- Launched February 2012
Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon S31 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S31 was announced 17 months after the WG-2 GPS making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S31 scores versus the WG-2 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S31 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S31 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
S31 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | February 2012 | More modern by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Nikon S31
WG-2 GPS | S31 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S31 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
S31 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S31 comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has measurements of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S31 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S31 compared to the WG-2 GPS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S31 and WG-2 GPS is 90 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S31 and WG-2 GPS.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S31 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Pentax WG-2 GPS will offer you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer S31 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S31 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S31 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-06-21 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 18.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | - | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) | 198 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 shots | 260 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $90 | $300 |