Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-10
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Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched June 2013

Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon S31 and Pentax WG-10, both Waterproof cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S31 (10MP) and WG-10 (14MP) and the S31 (1/2.9") and WG-10 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

The S31 was brought out at a similar time to the WG-10 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S31 matches up against the WG-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S31 & Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S31 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the Pentax WG-10
S31 | WG-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Nikon S31
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S31 and Pentax WG-10
S31 | WG-10 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S31 offers external dimensions of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has measurements 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 the Nikon S31 and Pentax WG-10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the S31 against the WG-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S31 and WG-10 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S31 and WG-10.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S31 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Pentax WG-10 will render more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.

Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S31 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S31 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S31 | Pentax WG-10 |
Class | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 0.7 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 1.20 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 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 photos | 260 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $90 | $0 |