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Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10

Portability
90
Imaging
36
Features
23
Overall
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Nikon Coolpix S32 front
 
Pentax WG-10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
34
Overall
35

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs

Nikon S32
(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
  • Announced February 2014
Pentax WG-10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Announced June 2013
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Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon S32 and Pentax WG-10, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the S32 (1/3") and WG-10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S32 was unveiled 8 months later than the WG-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S32 matches up versus the WG-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Pentax WG-10

 S32 WG-10 
AnnouncedFebruary 2014June 2013More recent by 8 months

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Nikon S32

 WG-10 S32 
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Common features in the Nikon S32 and Pentax WG-10

 S32 WG-10 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S32 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S32 and the WG-10.

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S32 and WG-10 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 top view buttons comparison

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S32 and WG-10.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S32 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Pentax WG-10 will give you extra detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent S32 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 sensor size comparison

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S32 Portrait photography highlights
Pentax WG-10 Portrait photography highlights
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resolution is good (13 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
doesn't have RAW support
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manual focus
good MP (14MP)
provides face detect autofocus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S32 Street photography advice
Pentax WG-10 Street photography advice
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has image stabilization (Digital)
weather proof
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
doesn't have RAW support
62
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S32 as a Sports photography camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Sports photography camera
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has image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (13 megapixels)
weather proof
max fps very slow (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
low battery (220 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
43
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
weather proof
max frames per second very slow (0.7 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S32 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax WG-10 as a Travel photography camera
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weather proof
resolution is good (13MP)
flash built-in
no Timelapse function
low battery (220 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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weather proof
good MP (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S32 Landscape photography factors
Pentax WG-10 Landscape photography factors
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has image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (13MP)
weather proof
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/3")
doesn't have RAW support
low battery (220 shots)
no Timelapse function
46
manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
weather proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S32
Vlogging with Pentax WG-10
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has image stabilization (Digital)
has face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
wide angle not fantastic (30mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
no microphone jack
30
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect autofocus
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic port
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Nikon S32 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S32 and Pentax WG-10
 Nikon Coolpix S32Pentax WG-10
General Information
Brand Nikon Pentax
Model Nikon Coolpix S32 Pentax WG-10
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Announced 2014-02-07 2013-06-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 4.8 x 3.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 17.3mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 13MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4160 x 3120 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 125 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
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 30-90mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 7.5 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 5.0 frames per sec 0.7 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m 1.20 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 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 None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 grams (0.39 pounds) 167 grams (0.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 220 pictures 260 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL19 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $180 $0