Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung TL500

Following is a in depth comparison of the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung TL500, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the WG-1 GPS (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The WG-1 GPS was announced 14 months after the TL500 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-1 GPS grades against the TL500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS & Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS has got physical measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung TL500 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Samsung TL500 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the WG-1 GPS compared to the TL500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-1 GPS and TL500 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-1 GPS and TL500.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WG-1 GPS using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax WG-1 GPS will provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The newer WG-1 GPS will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.