Nikon S810c vs Pentax WG-2

In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon S810c and Pentax WG-2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S810c was launched 2 years later than the WG-2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S810c scores against the WG-2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S810c & Pentax Optio WG-2. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S810c Gallery & Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S810c has got external measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S810c and Pentax WG-2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S810c and the WG-2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and WG-2 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S810c and WG-2.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images though you should always take the age of the cameras into account. The more modern S810c provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.