Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung EX2F
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Launched December 2012
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung EX2F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively similar but the WG-1 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe WG-1 was announced 22 months before the EX2F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the WG-1 grades versus the EX2F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Samsung EX2F
WG-1 | EX2F | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | 0k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Pentax WG-1
EX2F | WG-1 | |||
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Launched | December 2012 | February 2011 | More modern by 22 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung EX2F
WG-1 | EX2F | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 offers exterior dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Check out the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the WG-1 vs the EX2F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WG-1 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and EX2F.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WG-1 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Pentax WG-1 will offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WG-1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung EX2F |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-02-07 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157g (0.35 pounds) | 294g (0.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $350 | $478 |