Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung DV300F
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(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
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Pentax WG-1 versus Samsung DV300F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe WG-1 was brought out 10 months prior to the DV300F so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the WG-1 scores versus the DV300F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio WG-1 & Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-1 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Samsung DV300F
WG-1 | DV300F | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Pentax WG-1
DV300F | WG-1 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | February 2011 | More modern by 10 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung DV300F
WG-1 | DV300F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-1 has exterior dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Pentax WG-1 versus Samsung DV300F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the WG-1 vs the DV300F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and DV300F is 93 and 96 respectively.
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and DV300F.
To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung DV300F to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged WG-1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung DV300F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-02-07 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157 gr (0.35 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $350 | $200 |