Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2014
(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
- Released February 2012

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Nikon S32 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very similar but the S32 (1/3") and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

The S32 was manufactured 2 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the S32 grades versus the WG-2 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S32 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
S32 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Nikon S32
WG-2 GPS | S32 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S32 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
S32 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 has got physical measurements of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S32 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S32 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S32 and WG-2 GPS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S32 and WG-2 GPS.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S32 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Pentax WG-2 GPS will offer you greater detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern S32 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S32 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S32 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2014-02-07 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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 | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating | 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 speed | 5.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 5.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) | 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, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 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 | 220 images | 260 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $300 |