Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung SL820
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34 Features
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung SL820 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Alternate Name is IT100
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung SL820, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-1 (14MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe WG-1 was revealed 24 months later than the SL820 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the WG-1 scores vs the SL820 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WG-1 & Samsung SL820. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-1 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-1 over the Samsung SL820
| WG-1 | SL820 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2011 |  | February 2009 | Fresher by 24 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Pentax WG-1
| SL820 | WG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung SL820
| WG-1 | SL820 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Pentax WG-1 features outer dimensions 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 SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax WG-1 and Samsung SL820 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the WG-1 and the SL820.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 and SL820 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WG-1 and SL820.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WG-1 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher WG-1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Pentax WG-1 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
| Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung SL820 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax Optio WG-1 | Samsung SL820 |
| Also called | - | IT100 |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2011-02-07 | 2009-02-17 |
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.4-5.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.90 m | 4.50 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 157 gr (0.35 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $350 | $280 |