Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung DV150F

The following is a thorough analysis of the Pentax WG-1 versus Samsung DV150F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the DV150F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

The WG-1 was revealed 23 months before the DV150F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the WG-1 scores vs the DV150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Samsung DV150F. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-1 has outside measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Pentax WG-1 versus Samsung DV150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-1 vs the DV150F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and DV150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 and DV150F.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung DV150F to give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged WG-1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.