Nikon S5100 vs Pentax WG-1
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Nikon S5100 vs Pentax WG-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 132g - 97 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched February 2011
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Following is a comprehensive review of the Nikon S5100 versus Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S5100 was released 5 months prior to the WG-1 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S5100 matches up vs the WG-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon S5100 over the Pentax WG-1
| S5100 | WG-1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Nikon S5100
| WG-1 | S5100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S5100 and Pentax WG-1
| S5100 | WG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | August 2010 |  | February 2011 | Similar age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon S5100 vs Pentax WG-1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5100 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S5100 versus the WG-1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and WG-1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S5100 vs Pentax WG-1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5100 and WG-1.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Pentax WG-1 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively.
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Nikon S5100 vs Pentax WG-1 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Pentax Optio WG-1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5100 | Pentax Optio WG-1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2010-08-17 | 2011-02-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| 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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 132 grams (0.29 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - | 260 pictures |
| Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL10 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $200 | $350 |