Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

The following is a extended assessment of the Nikon S6000 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was revealed 18 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the S6000 matches up against the WG-1 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6000 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6000 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the S6000 against the WG-1 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and WG-1 GPS is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S6000 and WG-1 GPS.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S6000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.