Nikon S8200 vs Pentax WG-10

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S8200 and Pentax WG-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S8200 was manufactured 22 months prior to the WG-10 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S8200 matches up versus the WG-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 & Pentax WG-10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S8200 has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S8200 and Pentax WG-10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the S8200 against the WG-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S8200 and WG-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S8200 and WG-10.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S8200 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older S8200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.