Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS
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![Nikon Coolpix S8100 front Nikon Coolpix S8100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100/Nikon-S8100-front.jpg)
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Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 180g - 104 x 60 x 30mm
- Revealed September 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
- Released February 2012
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Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon S8100 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the S8100 (12MP) and WG-2 GPS (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The S8100 was manufactured 17 months before the WG-2 GPS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S8100 grades against the WG-2 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S8100 and Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S8100 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8100 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS
S8100 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Nikon S8100
WG-2 GPS | S8100 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | September 2010 | More recent by 17 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S8100 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
S8100 | WG-2 GPS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S8100 has got physical dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S8100 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S8100 vs the WG-2 GPS.
![Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS size comparison Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S8100 and WG-2 GPS is 93 and 91 respectively.
![Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS top view buttons comparison Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S8100 and WG-2 GPS.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax WG-2 GPS to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older S8100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS sensor size comparison Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8100-vs-Pentax-Optio-WG-2-GPS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S8100 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8100 | Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-09-08 | 2012-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-300mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180 gr (0.40 lb) | 198 gr (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 30mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 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 | 220 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $299 | $300 |