Nikon Z8 vs Pentax WG-1 GPS

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z8 and Pentax WG-1 GPS, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the Z8 (Full frame) and WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z8 was manufactured 11 years later than the WG-1 GPS and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-1 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z8 scores vs the WG-1 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z8 and Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z8 Gallery and Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z8 enjoys outside dimensions of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) while the Pentax WG-1 GPS has sizing of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z8 and Pentax WG-1 GPS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z8 vs the WG-1 GPS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z8 and WG-1 GPS is 55 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z8 and WG-1 GPS.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z8 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z8 will show greater detail due to its extra 32 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent Z8 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.