Nikon S6500 vs Pentax WG-1

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S6500 vs Pentax WG-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was released 24 months later than the WG-1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the S6500 scores vs the WG-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Pentax Optio WG-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S6500 comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S6500 vs Pentax WG-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S6500 against the WG-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6500 and WG-1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and WG-1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon S6500 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer S6500 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.