Nikon S3300 vs Pentax WG-2

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon S3300 vs Pentax WG-2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was introduced around the same time to the WG-2 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S3300 matches up against the WG-2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S3300 has got external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S3300 vs Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S3300 and the WG-2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and WG-2 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and WG-2.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should factor the release date of the products into consideration.