• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.1 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon S1100pj advantages over Pentax WG-1

  • More dots on screen
    460k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen

Pentax WG-1 advantages over Nikon S1100pj

  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon S1000pj

Nikon S1100pj
Nikon S1000pj
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More dots on screen
  • $430
  • 1/2.3 inch
Pentax WG-1
Nikon S1000pj
  • $260
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $430
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Pentax I-10

Nikon S1100pj
Pentax I-10
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • More pixels
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
Pentax WG-1
Pentax I-10
  • $260
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • HDMI out
  • $300
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compared to Olympus Tough-6020

Nikon S1100pj
Olympus Tough-6020
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $223
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out
Pentax WG-1
Olympus Tough-6020
  • $260
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Manual focus
  • $223
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compared to Fujifilm XP30

Nikon S1100pj
Fujifilm XP30
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • More dots on screen
  • $157
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
Pentax WG-1
Fujifilm XP30
  • $260
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $157
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compared to Pentax WG-1 GPS

Nikon S1100pj
Pentax WG-1 GPS
  • $350
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Built-in GPS
Pentax WG-1
Pentax WG-1 GPS
  • $260
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS
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