Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
34
90 Imaging
39 Features
55 Overall
45
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 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
- Launched February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed February 2013
- Other Name is Wi-Fi
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe WG-1 was introduced 24 months prior to the Galaxy Camera making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WG-1 grades versus the Galaxy Camera for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio WG-1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
| WG-1 | Galaxy Camera |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Pentax WG-1
| Galaxy Camera | WG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2013 |  | February 2011 | Fresher by 24 months |
| Display dimensions | 4.8" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
| WG-1 | Galaxy Camera | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Pentax WG-1 has external dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the WG-1 and the Galaxy Camera.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the WG-1 and Galaxy Camera is 93 and 90 respectively.
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and Galaxy Camera.
To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older WG-1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Photography GlossaryStreet Comparison
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideSports Comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneTravel Comparison
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banLandscape Comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoVlogging Comparison
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
| Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
| Also called | - | Wi-Fi |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2013-02-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 4.8 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.90 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 157g (0.35 pounds) | 300g (0.66 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $350 | $450 |