Nikon D1X vs Pentax WG-10
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Nikon D1X vs Pentax WG-10 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2013
Nikon D1X vs Pentax WG-10 Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon D1X versus Pentax WG-10, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the D1X (5MP) and WG-10 (14MP) and the D1X (APS-C) and WG-10 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe D1X was revealed 13 years before the WG-10 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D1X being a Large SLR camera and the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the D1X grades versus the WG-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D1X vs Pentax WG-10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D1X & Pentax WG-10. The full galleries are available at Nikon D1X Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D1X over the Pentax WG-10
D1X | WG-10 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Nikon D1X
WG-10 | D1X | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | June 2001 | Fresher by 145 months | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 130k | Sharper screen (+100k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D1X and Pentax WG-10
D1X | WG-10 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Nikon D1X vs Pentax WG-10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D1X has physical dimensions of 157mm x 153mm x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) and the Pentax WG-10 has dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D1X versus Pentax WG-10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the D1X vs the WG-10.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D1X and WG-10 is 51 and 93 respectively.
Nikon D1X vs Pentax WG-10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the D1X and WG-10.
Plainly, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The D1X having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax WG-10 will resolve more detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older D1X is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon D1X vs Pentax WG-10 Specifications
Nikon D1X | Pentax WG-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon D1X | Pentax WG-10 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2001-06-29 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 367.4mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 5 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 1960 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 130k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 0.7 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 1.20 m |
Flash settings | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1200 grams (2.65 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 157 x 153 x 85mm (6.2" x 6.0" x 3.3") | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 260 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $5,130 | $0 |