Nikon S9300 vs Pentax WG-10

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon S9300 and Pentax WG-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the WG-10 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was released 11 months earlier than the WG-10 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S9300 scores versus the WG-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Pentax WG-10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S9300 features physical measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S9300 versus the WG-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S9300 and WG-10 is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through specifications. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S9300 and WG-10.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S9300 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older S9300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.