Nikon S630 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

On this page, we are matching up the Nikon S630 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S630 was revealed 3 years earlier than the WG-1 GPS and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S630 matches up versus the WG-1 GPS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S630 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S630 features outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 GPS has specifications of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S630 versus Pentax WG-1 GPS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S630 against the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S630 and WG-1 GPS is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and WG-1 GPS.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 GPS to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older S630 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.