Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS
94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Introduced February 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
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2011

Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Overview
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").

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.

Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS
S6000 | WG-1 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Nikon S6000
WG-1 GPS | S6000 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 18 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Pentax WG-1 GPS
S6000 | WG-1 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Physical Comparison
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.

Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Sensor Comparison
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.

Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-02-03 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | - |
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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $300 | $350 |