Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the WG-2 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W300 was brought out 5 years after the WG-2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the W300 grades vs the WG-2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Pentax Optio WG-2. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon W300 Gallery and Pentax WG-2 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon W300 comes with external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 has dimensions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the W300 vs the WG-2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the W300 and WG-2 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the W300 and WG-2.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images however you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher W300 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.