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Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
39
Overall
38
Nikon Coolpix S6100 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs

Nikon S6100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
  • 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
  • Launched February 2011
Pentax WG-2 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
  • Announced February 2012
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Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview

Here is a detailed overview of the Nikon S6100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S6100 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was introduced 12 months before the WG-2 GPS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S6100 matches up vs the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS

 S6100 WG-2 GPS 
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Nikon S6100

 WG-2 GPS S6100 
AnnouncedFebruary 2012February 2011Fresher by 12 months

Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS

 S6100 WG-2 GPS 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen size
Screen resolution460k460kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6100 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S6100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S6100 compared to the WG-2 GPS.

Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.

Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS top view buttons comparison

Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and WG-2 GPS.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older S6100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS sensor size comparison

Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S6100 Portrait photography info
Pentax WG-2 GPS Portrait photography info
39
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
provides face detect focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
40
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
includes face detect autofocus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon S6100 as a Street photography camera
Pentax WG-2 GPS as a Street photography camera
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch to focus
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
54
environment proofing
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon S6100
Sports photography with Pentax WG-2 GPS
37
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (210 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
38
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
low frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S6100 Travel photography information
Pentax WG-2 GPS Travel photography information
64
includes touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
terrible battery life (210 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
70
environment proofing
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S6100 Landscape photography factors
Pentax WG-2 GPS Landscape photography factors
45
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery life (210 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse function
47
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S6100
Vlogging with Pentax WG-2 GPS
32
rather wide (28mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of microphone port
30
rather wide (28mm)
includes face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have mic socket
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Nikon S6100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S6100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
 Nikon Coolpix S6100Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS
General Information
Company Nikon Pentax
Model type Nikon Coolpix S6100 Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2011-02-09 2012-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-196mm (7.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.7-5.6 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 3cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 460 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.50 m 5.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, Motion JPEG 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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175 gr (0.39 pounds) 198 gr (0.44 pounds)
Dimensions 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 210 photos 260 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL12 D-LI92
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $195 $300