Nikon S8000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon S8000 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S8000 (14MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8000 was released 14 months earlier than the WG-1 GPS which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S8000 grades against the WG-1 GPS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S8000 & Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S8000 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S8000 features outer measurements of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S8000 versus the WG-1 GPS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S8000 and WG-1 GPS is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8000 and WG-1 GPS.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged S8000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.