Nikon D750 vs Pentax WG-10

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon D750 and Pentax WG-10, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the D750 (24MP) and WG-10 (14MP) and the D750 (Full frame) and WG-10 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The D750 was unveiled 15 months after the WG-10 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D750 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax WG-10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the D750 scores against the WG-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D750 & Pentax WG-10. The full galleries are available at Nikon D750 Gallery & Pentax WG-10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D750 provides outer measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) and the Pentax WG-10 has proportions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D750 and Pentax WG-10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the D750 versus the WG-10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D750 and WG-10 is 57 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D750 and WG-10.

All in all, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D750 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon D750 will show more detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer D750 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.