Nikon S9300 vs Pentax WG-1

Following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S9300 vs Pentax WG-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the WG-1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was revealed 18 months after the WG-1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S9300 scores versus the WG-1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Pentax Optio WG-1. The full galleries are available at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Pentax WG-1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9300 has outside measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S9300 and the WG-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and WG-1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and WG-1.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S9300 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger S9300 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.