Nikon S800c vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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Nikon S800c vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 184g - 111 x 60 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced February 2012
Nikon S800c vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Nikon S800c versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S800c (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe S800c was revealed 13 months later than the WG-2 GPS making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the S800c matches up vs the WG-2 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S800c vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S800c and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S800c Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S800c over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
S800c | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 13 months | |
Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 819k | 460k | Crisper display (+359k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Nikon S800c
WG-2 GPS | S800c | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon S800c and Pentax WG-2 GPS
S800c | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon S800c vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S800c has outside measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Pentax WG-2 GPS has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Nikon S800c versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S800c vs the WG-2 GPS.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S800c and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.
Nikon S800c vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S800c and WG-2 GPS.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher S800c is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon S800c vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S800c | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S800c | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-02-04 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 819 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | OLED panel with Anti-reflection coating | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 184 grams (0.41 lbs) | 198 grams (0.44 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 60 x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 | 140 pictures | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $290 | $300 |