Nikon S5200 vs Pentax WG-3

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S5200 versus Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the WG-3 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was announced 5 months prior to the WG-3 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S5200 scores against the WG-3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Pentax WG-3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S5200 has physical measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S5200 versus Pentax WG-3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the S5200 against the WG-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5200 and WG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S5200 and WG-3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images but you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration.