Nikon S4300 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS
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Nikon S4300 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 238g - 125 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2013
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Here is a extended overview of the Nikon S4300 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the WG-3 GPS (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S4300 grades versus the WG-3 GPS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Pentax WG-3 GPS
| S4300 | WG-3 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 GPS over the Nikon S4300
| WG-3 GPS | S4300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2013 | February 2012 | Fresher by 17 months | |
| Manual focus | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Pentax WG-3 GPS
| S4300 | WG-3 GPS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S4300 features outside dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 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).
Look at the Nikon S4300 versus Pentax WG-3 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S4300 against the WG-3 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S4300 and WG-3 GPS is 95 and 90 respectively.
Nikon S4300 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and WG-3 GPS.
All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of files though you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S4300 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Nikon S4300 vs Pentax WG-3 GPS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Pentax WG-3 GPS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Pentax WG-3 GPS |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Released | 2012-02-01 | 2013-07-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.40 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 139 grams (0.31 pounds) | 238 grams (0.52 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | 180 shots | 240 shots |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL19 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $119 | $350 |