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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs

Pentax WG-1 GPS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
  • Introduced August 2011
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Announced August 2012
Photography Glossary

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Pentax WG-1 GPS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 GPS was unveiled 12 months before the Galaxy Camera 4G and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WG-1 GPS matches up against the Galaxy Camera 4G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 WG-1 GPS Galaxy Camera 4G 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Display resolution230k0kSharper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Pentax WG-1 GPS

 Galaxy Camera 4G WG-1 GPS 
AnnouncedAugust 2012August 2011More recent by 12 months
Display sizing4.8"2.7"Larger display (+2.1")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 WG-1 GPS Galaxy Camera 4G 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax WG-1 GPS enjoys external measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-1 GPS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-1 GPS versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-1 GPS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 GPS and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older WG-1 GPS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Portrait photography camera
35
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
30
good MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Pentax WG-1 GPS
Street photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
54
environment sealing
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Sports photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography advice
37
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has tracking focus
environment sealing
slow fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
44
great zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Travel photography camera
71
environment sealing
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
72
lighter than competition in class (305g)
good MP (16 megapixels)
quite wide (23mm)
long reach (481mm)
fast max aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Landscape photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Landscape photography advice
42
manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
environment sealing
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
47
quite wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
screen larger than average (4.8 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Vlogging advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging advice
25
reasonably wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone socket
36
quite wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
no mic socket
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
 Pentax Optio WG-1 GPSSamsung Galaxy Camera 4G
General Information
Manufacturer Pentax Samsung
Model type Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-08-16 2012-08-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 -
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 4.8 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 0k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs -
Max shutter speed 1/1500 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.90 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS BuiltIn BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 167g (0.37 pounds) 305g (0.67 pounds)
Dimensions 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 images -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $350 $550