Nikon S570 vs Pentax WG-10
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Nikon S570 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched June 2013

Nikon S570 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon S570 versus Pentax WG-10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S570 was launched 4 years earlier than the WG-10 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S570 grades versus the WG-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S570 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Pentax WG-10
S570 | WG-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Nikon S570
WG-10 | S570 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 47 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Pentax WG-10
S570 | WG-10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon S570 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S570 features external measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Nikon S570 versus Pentax WG-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S570 against the WG-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and WG-10.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax WG-10 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older S570 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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Nikon S570 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Pentax WG-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 0.7 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 1.20 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $180 | $0 |