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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs

Pentax WG-1 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Revealed August 2011
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2014
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview

Below is a thorough overview of the Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 GPS was released 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the WG-1 GPS grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 WG-1 GPS Galaxy Camera 2 

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS

 Galaxy Camera 2 WG-1 GPS 
LaunchedJanuary 2014August 2011More recent by 29 months
Display dimension4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")
Display resolution1037k230kClearer display (+807k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 WG-1 GPS Galaxy Camera 2 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS offers physical 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) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-1 GPS versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 GPS and Galaxy Camera 2 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 top view buttons comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 GPS and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older WG-1 GPS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 sensor size comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Portrait photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Portrait photography advice
35
manual focus
good MP (14 megapixels)
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
44
manual focus
megapixel count decent (16MP)
comes with face detect focusing
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Street photography camera
54
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
65
has image stabilization (Optical)
has touch focus
lighter than competition (283g)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Sports photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 as a Sports photography camera
37
good MP (14MP)
offers tracking focus
environment proofing
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
48
incredible zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
good battery power (400 per charge)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames per second)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Travel photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Travel photography factors
71
environment proofing
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
73
good battery power (400 CIPA)
lighter than competition (283 grams)
has bluetooth
has touch focus
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (23mm)
very long reach (483mm)
no Timelapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Landscape photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Landscape photography details
42
manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
good MP (14 megapixels)
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
52
manual focus
reasonably wide (23mm)
very good size screen (4.8")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
good battery power (400 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Pentax WG-1 GPS
Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
25
relatively wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic port
37
reasonably wide (23mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has microphone support
lighter than competition (283 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
 Pentax Optio WG-1 GPSSamsung Galaxy Camera 2
General Information
Brand Pentax Samsung
Model type Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-08-16 2014-01-02
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 23-483mm (21.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 1cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 4.8 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 1,037k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 16 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.90 m 3.80 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 167g (0.37 pounds) 283g (0.62 pounds)
Dimensions 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 shots 400 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID D-LI92 Built-in
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $350 $400