Nikon S9700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon S9700 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S9700 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9700 was released 2 years after the WG-2 GPS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S9700 scores against the WG-2 GPS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S9700 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S9700 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S9700 has got outside dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S9700 and the WG-2 GPS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S9700 and WG-2 GPS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9700 and WG-2 GPS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger S9700 provides an edge in sensor tech.