Nikon S33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Nikon S33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Released February 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced July 2013
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Lets look closer at the Nikon S33 and Pentax WG-3 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S33 (13MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is fairly close but the S33 (1/3.1") and WG-3 GPS (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S33 was launched 20 months later than the WG-3 GPS making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S33 grades against the WG-3 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Pentax WG-3 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S33 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
| S33 | WG-3 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2015 | July 2013 | Fresher by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Nikon S33
| WG-3 GPS | S33 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
| Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S33 and Pentax WG-3 GPS
| S33 | WG-3 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Nikon S33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S33 offers external measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax WG-3 GPS has proportions of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S33 and Pentax WG-3 GPS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S33 compared to the WG-3 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S33 and WG-3 GPS is 91 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S33 and WG-3 GPS.
As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S33 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax WG-3 GPS will render more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent S33 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S33 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S33 | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S33 | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Released | 2015-02-10 | 2013-07-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 4.7 x 3.5mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 16.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 7.7 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.7 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.40 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 221 gr (0.49 pounds) | 238 gr (0.52 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 125 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| 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 photographs | 240 photographs |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL19 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $150 | $350 |