Nikon S9900 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S9900 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S9900 (16MP) and the WG-1 GPS (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S9900 was unveiled 3 years after the WG-1 GPS which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S9900 matches up vs the WG-1 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9900 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S9900 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9900 comes with outside dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Pentax WG-1 GPS has measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S9900 and the WG-1 GPS.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S9900 and WG-1 GPS is 88 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing technical specs. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S9900 and WG-1 GPS.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S9900 to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S9900 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.