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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34
Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS front
 
Samsung TL100 front
Portability
91
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 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 TL100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
  • 219g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Revealed January 2009
  • Other Name is ST50
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung TL100, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the TL100 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The WG-1 GPS was introduced 2 years after the TL100 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the WG-1 GPS scores against the TL100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 GPS over the Samsung TL100

 WG-1 GPS TL100 
RevealedAugust 2011January 2009More modern by 32 months
Focus manually Dial accurate focus

Reasons to pick Samsung TL100 over the Pentax WG-1 GPS

 TL100 WG-1 GPS 

Common features in the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung TL100

 WG-1 GPS TL100 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display measurements
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 GPS offers exterior dimensions of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung TL100 has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung TL100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the WG-1 GPS versus the TL100.

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 GPS and TL100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 top view buttons comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 GPS and TL100.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Pentax WG-1 GPS to show greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The younger WG-1 GPS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 sensor size comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Portrait photography camera
35
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
26
includes face detect focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS as a Street photography camera
Samsung TL100 as a Street photography camera
54
weather proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
53
image stabilization (Digital)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than average (219g)
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Sports photography details
Samsung TL100 Sports photography details
37
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
33
image stabilization (Digital)
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Travel photography details
Samsung TL100 Travel photography details
71
weather proof
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
48
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (219g)
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Landscape photography details
Samsung TL100 Landscape photography details
42
has manual focus
really wide (28mm)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
weather proof
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
27
image stabilization (Digital)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WG-1 GPS Vlogging features
Samsung TL100 Vlogging features
25
really wide (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone jack
26
image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detect focusing
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic jack
heavier than average (219g)
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Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung TL100
 Pentax Optio WG-1 GPSSamsung TL100
General Information
Company Pentax Samsung
Model type Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS Samsung TL100
Also called as - ST50
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-08-16 2009-01-08
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.0-5.6
Macro focusing range 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 1 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1500 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.90 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps) , 640 x 480 (30,15 fps) , 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 167 grams (0.37 pounds) 219 grams (0.48 pounds)
Physical dimensions 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
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 -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery ID D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $350 $22