Nikon S800c vs Pentax WG-2

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon S800c and Pentax WG-2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S800c was manufactured 13 months after the WG-2 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S800c grades against the WG-2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S800c Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S800c features external dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 has sizing of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S800c and Pentax WG-2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S800c compared to the WG-2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S800c and WG-2 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S800c and WG-2.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern S800c provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.