Nikon W300 vs Pentax S1

Below, we are comparing the Nikon W300 versus Pentax S1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W300 was announced 6 years later than the S1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the W300 matches up against the S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon W300 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon W300 has got external measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has sizing 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the W300 against the S1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the W300 and S1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the W300 and S1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon W300 to render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern W300 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.