Pentax WG-8 vs Nikon Zf
Pentax WG-8 Green 2024
Pentax
33 Overall Score
vs
Nikon Zf Blue 2023
Nikon
92 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Pentax WG-8 Green 2024
No customer feedback yet
Nikon Zf Blue 2023
88 out of 100 high confidence 107 reviews
The Nikon Zf is overwhelmingly praised for its retro design, build quality, and modern performance, especially autofocus and low-light capability. Users love the tactile dials and the joy it brings to photography, often calling it a 'fun' camera. Common complaints include the lack of a battery charger, insufficient grip ergonomics, and the unreliable SnapBridge app. Overall, it's seen as a near-perfect blend of classic aesthetics and cutting-edge technology.
Pros
- Retro design
- Excellent autofocus
- Great image quality
- Solid build quality
- Fun to use
Cons
- No battery charger included
- Poor grip ergonomics
- Unreliable SnapBridge app
- Limited programmable buttons
- Focus peaking accuracy
Retro design 25
Autofocus performance 15
Image quality 12
Build quality 10
Ergonomics 8
Battery charger 5
Scores
Sports Wildlife
Beginner
Wedding Events
Video
Photography
Product Photography
Travel
Youtube
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| Pentax WG-8 | Nikon Zf | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | 1/2.3-inch | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 20 MP | 24.5 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | — | EXPEED 7 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | — | Photo, VideoContrast Detection, Phase Detection: 273 |
| Eye AF | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 5 fps | 14 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 30 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 fps | 60 fps★ |
| 1080p FPS | 30 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | ✗ | ✓★ |
| RAW Video | ✗ | ✗ |
| Codec | H.264 | H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Articulating | ✗ | ✓★ |
| EVF Resolution | — | 3.7M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.21 kg★ | 0.63 kg |
| Battery Life | — | 380 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | ✗ | ✓★ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | — | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✗ | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
Pentax WG-8 Green 2024
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average af (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average display (30th percentile)
- Below average sensor (33rd percentile)
- Below average burst (34th percentile)
Nikon Zf Blue 2023
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong battery (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average affordability (24th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Zf
Scores 92 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 20 of 33 specs.