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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34
Pentax Optio WG-1 front
 
Samsung HZ25W front
Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs

Pentax WG-1
(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
Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
  • Revealed July 2010
  • Additionally referred to as WB5000
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview

Below, we are matching up the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 was announced 8 months after the HZ25W so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the WG-1 matches up vs the HZ25W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Samsung HZ25W

 WG-1 HZ25W 
RevealedFebruary 2011July 2010Newer by 8 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Pentax WG-1

 HZ25W WG-1 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung HZ25W

 WG-1 HZ25W 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-1 enjoys external measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-1 compared to the HZ25W.

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-1 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 and HZ25W.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-1 to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher WG-1 provides an edge in sensor technology.

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung HZ25W Portrait photography highlights
35
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
34
has manual focus
delivers RAW files
no manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Street photography details
Samsung HZ25W Street photography details
54
environment proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Sports photography information
Samsung HZ25W Sports photography information
37
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proofing
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
34
amazing zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Pentax WG-1
Travel photography with Samsung HZ25W
71
environment proofing
decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
52
flash built-in
reasonably wide (26mm)
very long zoom (624mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax WG-1 Landscape photography advice
Samsung HZ25W Landscape photography advice
42
you can focus manually
pretty wide (28mm)
decent megapixels (14MP)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
43
has manual focus
reasonably wide (26mm)
decent sized screen (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual exposure
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax WG-1 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung HZ25W as a Vlogging camera
25
pretty wide (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic port
24
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone support
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax WG-1 and Samsung HZ25W
 Pentax Optio WG-1Samsung HZ25W
General Information
Brand Name Pentax Samsung
Model Pentax Optio WG-1 Samsung HZ25W
Also referred to as - WB5000
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-02-07 2010-07-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 80 64
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus distance 1cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type 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
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.90 m 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
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), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 157 gr (0.35 pounds) 428 gr (0.94 pounds)
Dimensions 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6")
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 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model D-LI92 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $350 $350