Nikon S3600 vs Pentax WG-2
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Nikon S3600 vs Pentax WG-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Released January 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
- 192g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
Nikon S3600 vs Pentax WG-2 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon S3600 versus Pentax WG-2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S3600 (20MP) and WG-2 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S3600 was unveiled 24 months after the WG-2 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S3600 scores against the WG-2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon S3600 vs Pentax WG-2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3600 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The full galleries are available at Nikon S3600 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Pentax WG-2
S3600 | WG-2 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | February 2012 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 over the Nikon S3600
WG-2 | S3600 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3600 and Pentax WG-2
S3600 | WG-2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3600 vs Pentax WG-2 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S3600 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S3600 versus Pentax WG-2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3600 and the WG-2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S3600 and WG-2 is 96 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S3600 vs Pentax WG-2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3600 and WG-2.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3600 to resolve more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent S3600 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S3600 vs Pentax WG-2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Pentax Optio WG-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | Pentax Optio WG-2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 99 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) | 192 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 230 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $200 | $350 |