Nikon S620 vs Pentax WG-1

Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon S620 vs Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S620 was unveiled 24 months prior to the WG-1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S620 grades vs the WG-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon S620 offers outside dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S620 and the WG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and WG-1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S620 and WG-1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Pentax WG-1 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged S620 will be behind in sensor innovation.