Nikon S630 vs Pentax WG-10
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Nikon S630 vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
Nikon S630 vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon S630 and Pentax WG-10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S630 (12MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S630 was released 5 years prior to the WG-10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the S630 scores vs the WG-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S630 vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S630 and Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S630 Gallery and Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Pentax WG-10
S630 | WG-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Nikon S630
WG-10 | S630 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | February 2009 | Fresher by 53 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S630 and Pentax WG-10
S630 | WG-10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon S630 vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S630 comes with outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S630 and Pentax WG-10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S630 compared to the WG-10.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S630 and WG-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S630 vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S630 and WG-10.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax WG-10 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older S630 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Nikon S630 vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S630 | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S630 | Pentax WG-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-03 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-260mm (7.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per second | 0.7 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-L12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $240 | $0 |