Nikon S3600 vs Pentax WG-1

Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon S3600 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and WG-1 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3600 was manufactured 2 years later than the WG-1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S3600 grades vs the WG-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S3600 has external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S3600 vs the WG-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3600 and WG-1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S3600 and WG-1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3600 to give greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger S3600 should have an advantage in sensor tech.