Nikon S6000 vs Pentax WG-10

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon S6000 and Pentax WG-10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S6000 (14MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6000 was introduced 4 years earlier than the WG-10 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S6000 matches up vs the WG-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Pentax WG-10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6000 has external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax WG-10 has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S6000 and Pentax WG-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S6000 against the WG-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6000 and WG-10 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6000 and WG-10.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of files but you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged S6000 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.