Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Samsung WB350F

In this article, we will be evaluating the Pentax WG-1 GPS versus Samsung WB350F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 GPS was manufactured 3 years prior to the WB350F and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WG-1 GPS grades vs the WB350F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS features exterior measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has measurements of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax WG-1 GPS versus Samsung WB350F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-1 GPS compared to the WB350F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the WG-1 GPS and WB350F is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The visual underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 GPS and WB350F.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to result in more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older WG-1 GPS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.