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Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Portability
91
Imaging
42
Features
44
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix W300 front
 
Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Key Specs

Nikon W300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 231g - 112 x 66 x 29mm
  • Introduced May 2017
Pentax WG-2 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 198g - 122 x 61 x 30mm
  • Introduced February 2012
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Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Overview

The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon W300 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the W300 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The W300 was announced 5 years after the WG-2 GPS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the W300 scores vs the WG-2 GPS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon W300 over the Pentax WG-2 GPS

 W300 WG-2 GPS 
IntroducedMay 2017February 2012Newer by 65 months
Display resolution921k460kClearer display (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax WG-2 GPS over the Nikon W300

 WG-2 GPS W300 
Manually focus Very precise focus

Common features in the Nikon W300 and Pentax WG-2 GPS

 W300 WG-2 GPS 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurements
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon W300 comes with exterior measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Pentax WG-2 GPS has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon W300 versus Pentax WG-2 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the W300 versus the WG-2 GPS.

Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W300 and WG-2 GPS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS top view buttons comparison

Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the W300 and WG-2 GPS.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer W300 should have an edge in sensor technology.

Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS sensor size comparison

Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon W300 Portrait photography info
Pentax WG-2 GPS Portrait photography info
36
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
40
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon W300
Street photography with Pentax WG-2 GPS
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
54
environment sealing
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon W300
Sports photography with Pentax WG-2 GPS
49
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
environment sealing
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
38
resolution is good (16MP)
has tracking focus
environment sealing
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon W300 Travel photography information
Pentax WG-2 GPS Travel photography information
73
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
70
environment sealing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon W300 Landscape photography information
Pentax WG-2 GPS Landscape photography information
48
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
47
manual focus
quite wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment sealing
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon W300
Vlogging with Pentax WG-2 GPS
33
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of microphone socket
30
quite wide (28mm)
has face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
no mic socket
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Nikon W300 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon W300 and Pentax WG-2 GPS
 Nikon Coolpix W300Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS
General Information
Brand Nikon Pentax
Model Nikon Coolpix W300 Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS
Category Waterproof Waterproof
Introduced 2017-05-31 2012-02-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type - BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 125 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-4.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 921 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 7.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) 5.40 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Built-in BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 231 gr (0.51 pounds) 198 gr (0.44 pounds)
Physical dimensions 112 x 66 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") 122 x 61 x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 280 shots 260 shots
Style of battery Built-in Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2, 5 and 10 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type Onboard + SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $387 $300